6. Less Stuff Equals More Joy
by jedda · 13 things on Twos
- How to stay clutter free
- Do an initial sweep: search each room for clutter, quickly grabbing what you see and don't need
- Focus on one area at a time: start in one manageable area to avoid getting overwhelmed
- Ruthlessly purge: give yourself permission to keep only the things that are currently useful -- nevermind who gave them to you or how much they cost. Create 4 categories
- Items that need to stay in the same general area but just needs to be organized
- Donation items
- Trash
- Things that need to be put elsewhere
- Get it out of your house: don't let the items linger. Someone else may open the box and take the clutter out.
- Work together: being on the same page as your partner
- Stop the flow: stop buying more stuff!
- Set Strict limits
- Value over quantity: be incredibly selective about what you buy -- but then spending a little more to purchase something that will stand the test of time