By Martha Tobin
When you are decluttering how do you determine what items to keep and what to let go of?
Here are 6 questions to ask yourself about your ‘stuff’:
- Have I used it in the past year?
- Would I buy it again now?
- Where will it ‘live’ in my home?
- Is this item worth repairing?
- Is it worth the space it takes up?
- Would a photo of this item be enough?
Every home only has a finite amount of space in it and when those spaces are maxed out, it’s a good time to do some decluttering.
Decluttering and organizing your spaces so they’re used efficiently is always going to make you feel lighter and more in control. So take a look at your old sports equipment, your extra linens, your unworn clothing, your rarely used utensils, etc and ask yourself those 6 questions.
Studies show that decluttering positively impacts our mental and emotional health as well as increasing our productivity and focus. In short, decluttering is where you gain not lose.
Keep your treasures and enjoy them but let go of those items that have been weighing you down and fencing you in.
“Be a curator of your life. Slowly cut things out until you’re left with what you love, with what’s necessary and with what makes you happy.” (Leo Babauta)