Right now, it’s likely that your home is a jumble of stuff, which can weigh you down both mentally and physically. But by tackling these three crucial areas, you can lighten the load and simplify your life.
1. Clothes and shoes
Everyone can use a seasonal closet clean-out. For growing kids, weed out any clothing or shoes that don’t fit and make a shopping list of school-year needs. For your own wardrobe, take an honest inventory of what you don’t wear anymore. Be ruthless! You dumped your high school hairdo, so dump those retro clothes that left with the boy bands.
2. Kitchen and pantry
Meal planning aside, a clutter-free kitchen is the first step to efficient cooking. Purge expired or unused packaged foods that can be thrown out or donated to a shelter. Organize your remaining goods to avoid buying duplicates. Clean and wipe down your fridge and freezer row by row, getting rid of any unwanted items. Now, you’re set up to stock fresh snacks, try new meals, and store frozen entrees. Look forward to dinnertime with less mess and no stress.
3. Bathroom items
Squeeze out the last of those shampoo and conditioner bottles! Get rid of excess hair products, soaps, and any other toiletries that you no longer use. Check your first-aid cabinet for any expired medicines, and restock over-the-counter pain and cold relievers before flu season. Your physical and mental condition go hand in hand, and your overall health is the key to happiness.
Stay Organized While Decluttering
This effective method simply breaks your belongings into three categories. Go through each of the above areas in your house with a box for the following items:
By decluttering these major areas, you’ll reduce everyday stress and create a peaceful living environment for the rest of the year. Just don’t feel like you have to do it all in one swoop. Each room you declutter will feel like a weight off your shoulders, so take your time and enjoy the transition into your simpler life.
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