It is easy to become overwhelmed by the clutter in your living space, especially when you have lived there for a long period of time. Over the years, we all accumulate unnecessary items. Tacky souvenirs, stacks of bathroom books, or My Little Pony collections can take up all kinds of space that could be used for other purposes. Here are some tips for reducing the clutter in your home, and reducing your chances of becoming a hoarder.
1. Throw things away. This is the most effective way to alleviate clutter, yet also usually the hardest. Often, we have trouble parting with things because they hold sentimental value, or because we feel that getting rid of them would be a waste. But everyone has things they can live without, and chances are, some of the things cluttering your home are broken or useless. Throw those things away.
2. Store some things. Even if throwing things away seems too drastic, you can at least put things in storage. While this doesn't remove them from your life altogether, it does get them out of immediate sight, and create some more space. If you have not used something in the last three months, chances are you can do with out having it immediately accessible.
3. Have a yard sale. Or a garage sale, or a stoop sale... Whatever your regional terminology dictates. You may feel better about getting rid of your stuff if you can earn a little bit of money in the process. Also, this will feel less wasteful. Perhaps someone else can get some use from the things you no longer need. Having a sale could be fun and profitable.
4. Give things to charity. If selling your stuff feels uncomfortable, or if the prospect of organizing a sale is overwhelming, think about donating to a charity or a resale shop. Clothing is the thing that is most commonly donated, but you may have other things that would be useful, too, like old appliances or toys. Coats and blankets are also usually in high demand.
5. Hand down baby items. When you have children, you wind up with many years worth of clothing and household items that you can no longer use, especially when you have had your last kid. Luckily, there are always new friends and family members preparing to have children. Consider giving away the cribs, clothing, and other items that your kids have outgrown.
6. Organize. Even if you cannot find a significant amount of things you are willing to store, throw away, sell, or donate, you can still reduce clutter. Invest in some shelves and plastic storage containers, and organize things rather than leaving them lying around.
If you find yourself becoming inundated by old toys, bathroom books, figurines, and other clutter, take measures to reduce it now. There are many ways that you can take control. Use the ideas above to get started! The sooner you begin dealing with the clutter, the easier it will be. Do not let it pile up.
1. Throw things away. This is the most effective way to alleviate clutter, yet also usually the hardest. Often, we have trouble parting with things because they hold sentimental value, or because we feel that getting rid of them would be a waste. But everyone has things they can live without, and chances are, some of the things cluttering your home are broken or useless. Throw those things away.
2. Store some things. Even if throwing things away seems too drastic, you can at least put things in storage. While this doesn't remove them from your life altogether, it does get them out of immediate sight, and create some more space. If you have not used something in the last three months, chances are you can do with out having it immediately accessible.
3. Have a yard sale. Or a garage sale, or a stoop sale... Whatever your regional terminology dictates. You may feel better about getting rid of your stuff if you can earn a little bit of money in the process. Also, this will feel less wasteful. Perhaps someone else can get some use from the things you no longer need. Having a sale could be fun and profitable.
4. Give things to charity. If selling your stuff feels uncomfortable, or if the prospect of organizing a sale is overwhelming, think about donating to a charity or a resale shop. Clothing is the thing that is most commonly donated, but you may have other things that would be useful, too, like old appliances or toys. Coats and blankets are also usually in high demand.
5. Hand down baby items. When you have children, you wind up with many years worth of clothing and household items that you can no longer use, especially when you have had your last kid. Luckily, there are always new friends and family members preparing to have children. Consider giving away the cribs, clothing, and other items that your kids have outgrown.
6. Organize. Even if you cannot find a significant amount of things you are willing to store, throw away, sell, or donate, you can still reduce clutter. Invest in some shelves and plastic storage containers, and organize things rather than leaving them lying around.
If you find yourself becoming inundated by old toys, bathroom books, figurines, and other clutter, take measures to reduce it now. There are many ways that you can take control. Use the ideas above to get started! The sooner you begin dealing with the clutter, the easier it will be. Do not let it pile up.
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