🏠 Welcome to my humble abode! As someone who loves a clean and organized living space, I know decluttering can be a daunting task. But fear not, because I’ve rounded up some simple hacks that can help you achieve a clutter-free home in no time.

1. Start with a plan

Before diving into decluttering, it’s important to have a plan. Take a good look at your home and identify areas that need the most attention. Set a realistic goal for yourself, maybe starting with one room at a time. Don’t try to declutter your entire house in one day. Make sure to take breaks in between each project so you don’t burn out.

A notepad, a pen, and a hand drawing a checklist

2. Take one item at a time

Decluttering can be overwhelming, especially if you have a lot of items to sort through. To make it easier, take one item at a time and ask yourself if it sparks joy and if it is still useful for you. If the answer is no, it’s time to let it go.

Hands holding an object and considering whether to keep or discard it

3. Follow the 80/20 rule

The 80/20 rule, also known as the Pareto Principle, states that we use 20% of our possessions 80% of the time. This means you probably have a lot of items that are just taking up space. Focus on keeping the 20% that you use frequently and let go of the rest.

A jar with different sizes of pebbles in it, representing the 80/20 rule where the large pebbles represent frequently used items and the small pebbles represent unused items taking up space

4. Divide and conquer

Another helpful hack is to divide items into categories such as clothes, books, and electronic devices. This way, you can see how much of each category you have and which ones you can let go of. You can also organize these categories into piles: keep, donate, sell, or toss.

A closet with divided sections for different types of clothing

5. Be mindful of sentimental items

It’s important to be mindful of sentimental items such as photos, old letters, or trinkets that hold special memories. Rather than keeping everything, choose a few that truly mean something to you and find a way to display or store them properly.

A person looking at a photo album with a smile

6. Consider storage solutions

Once you’ve sorted through your items, it’s time to find proper storage solutions. Utilize things like shelves, baskets, or plastic bins to help organize the items you’ve decided to keep. Make sure everything has a designated spot so it’s easy to put things away and keep your space clutter-free.

A closet with labeled shelves and baskets

🧹 With these simple hacks, decluttering can be made easy and stress-free. Remember, a clutter-free home leads to a clutter-free mind. Happy organizing!