Fall is a great time of year to get a handle on your clutter. In my childhood home, there was such a thing as fall cleaning where everything was moved, dusted, washed and re-organized.
If you don’t have the time or the energy to do a thorough house cleaning, just getting rid of the overflow can help you feel more energized and in control.
Here’s how:
- Pick one room and then fill a box with any clutter …extra pillows, decorative boxes, vases, candles, etc.
- Put the box away for a week and enjoy the room without stuff.
- After a week, pull out the box and look at each object and ask yourself if it gives you joy or is it just “stuff”.
- Only put back what you truly love and enjoy.
A room without clutter can give you a sense of control and help you move forward. Decide on your goals for the next couple of years and clear your space accordingly by removing anything that does not relate to your immediate plans.
Don’t let your stuff keep you in the past. If you allow your living space to get out of control, you take the chance that your life will follow suit.