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Let’s face it: our homes are bursting at the seams. We’re surrounded by stuff—stuff we bought, stuff we inherited, stuff we don’t even remember acquiring. It sneaks in, piles up, and before we know it, managing our belongings feels like a full-time job. We open a closet only to be met with an avalanche of…

Have you ever walked into your home, looked around, and thought, How did I end up with so much stuff? Clutter is sneaky, and before you know it, your space is filled with things you don’t need, use, or even like. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and frustrated with your stuff, that means it’s time to…

We’ve all been there—standing in a store, staring at a product that promises to change our lives, or watching a friend swear by something they can’t live without. And in that moment, it seems like the perfect solution. So, we buy it, fully convinced we’re making a smart choice. But sometimes, those purchases backfire. And…

The holiday season has come to an end, and by now you have an extensive collection of festive cards from family, friends, and occasionally that one family you swear you’ve never seen in your life. While these cards are a delightful reminder of the connections we cherish, they can also quickly become a source of clutter.…

As a professional organizer, one of the most frequent questions I get this time of year is about gift-giving—specifically, how to decline gifts without causing awkwardness or tension with the ones you love. It’s a tricky topic! Maybe you’re skipping gifts altogether this year, or perhaps you’re bracing yourself for another decorative pillow from Aunt…

I have owned my decluttering business for nearly 20 years and sometimes, I still find it challenging to let go of things. Last year, my husband and I moved into a new house, which gave me the perfect opportunity to go through a major decluttering process. The kitchen was one of the first areas I…

When we talk about wants vs. needs, we’re touching on a key factor behind clutter in our lives. It’s easy to walk around saying things like, “I NEED that new water bottle that everyone on TikTok is posting about.” Thoughts like this can feel urgent, almost as if we’ll be incomplete without these objects. But…

At least once a week, someone turns to me with tears in their eyes and asks, “How did I let it get here? Am I lazy? Am I a bad person?” The answer is a resounding NO. You are not at fault for the chaos that may have built up in your life, nor are…

Back-to-school season isn’t just for kids! It’s an ideal time for everyone—students, teachers, and parents alike—to benefit from a little decluttering. As the new school year approaches, it’s easy to get swept up in the back-to-school shopping frenzy, but what if I told you there’s a more thoughtful, sustainable way to prepare? This year, let’s…