Organized people unlock the secrets to keeping your home clutter-free.
So give a few of these ideas a whirl (I definitely will!).
And even the pros use different techniques.
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“Uniformity and repetition is key to having things look and stay orderly.”
But that’s definitely not the case.
But until I’m ready to let go, pro organizers say to let it be.
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“We never force someone to let something go,” Hord says.
Bonus: It’s better for the environment, too.
Drop Something Where It Doesn’t Belong
“Dont put it down, put it away!
is Teeple’s mantraand she suggests saying it to yourself throughout the day to help the habit stick.
Have a Large “To Donate” Box Taking Up Space
Guilty as charged here.
“you could be more intentional in the future once you get out from under the mess.”
(And yes, I count a half-dozen small appliances out on mine right now.)
“I challenge my clients to edit what they keep out on the counter,” Teeple says.
Life is busy, and I’m doing the best I can.
I wouldn’t shame my clients for the exact same behaviors, so why would I shame myself?”
