Decluttering When You’re Overwhelmed (Part 2) - Tips & Tricks!
Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of decluttering? Not to worry! I’ve got you covered with practical tips and tricks to make it feel more doable.
In Part 1: How to Declutter When You’re Overwhelmed: A Step-by-Step Guide, I shared five simple steps to help you get started when you’re overwhelmed. Now, in Part 2, let’s explore some additional tips and tricks I’ve learned in my decluttering and organizing work that can make decluttering more manageable — and help you stick with it. Let’s get into it!
How to Declutter When You’re Overwhelmed: A Step-by-Step Guide
Decluttering doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Know that you are not alone, and I have your back! Try these simple steps to help curb the overwhelm, reduce clutter, and reclaim your space (both mental and physical!).
Before we start, I think it is important to highlight three things to keep in mind.
Needing to declutter is not a moral failure.
Decluttering is about progress and not perfection!
Celebrate your wins, aka your progress, at every step of the way!
Step 1. Choose It
Start by choosing a specific area to declutter based on your current capacity (e.g., energy, time). Your chosen area could be a 2 x 2 sq. ft. area of the floor, a surface like a kitchen counter, or …