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Top 11 Tips On How You Can Start Decluttering Your Lifestyle

Top 11 Tips On How You Can Start Decluttering Your Lifestyle

 

Are you sick of the war zone that is your home? Or perhaps you’re just looking for a change, from somewhere to somewhere. Either way, this article is here to help.

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No matter what type of person you are, a nerd or a neat freak, there will always be things in your life you can do without and make your life easier without them. These fifty tips will enable you to declutter your lifestyle by making it easier to take control of everything around you and keep it under control so that it doesn’t spiral out of control again.

 

Decluttering may seem hard at first, but once you get started with these 11 tips on how to declutter your lifestyle, you’ll wonder why on earth did anyone not tell you these before.

 

Here Are The Top 11 Tips On How To Start

 

Stop Buying More Stuff

This may seem obvious, but it’s common knowledge that this creates clutter and makes you buy more and more of it, spiraling out of control and creating a war zone. The less you buy, the less you have to worry about. Simple as that. Of course, there are times when you need to get new items such as food or things you need (i.e., socks). However, try not too often because it will become addictive, and then before you know what has happened, you’ll be drowning in a never-ending sea of clutter.

 

Be Tidy By Picking Things Up As Soon As You See Them

It sounds simple enough, but most people don’t do this every single time they come across something on the floor, such as clothes left out, toys, or even pens and pencils. If you pick things up as soon as you see them, then there’s no need to worry about cleaning later, and there’s no reason why you can’t keep your home nice and tidy all the time.

 

In Many Cases, Less Is More

This tip applies to everything from just about everything, from how you should decorate your home with furniture and decorations to the number of clothes you should wear. 

 

When it comes to clothes, it’s sometimes better to dress lightly and comfortably rather than squeezing all your clothes onto a wardrobe shelf and having to dig around for items which are not only time-consuming but can be frustrating as well when looking for specific items such as socks or shirts because these things are usually buried under piles of other clothing.

 

Keep All Surfaces Clear At All Times

There’s nothing worse than trying to cook or clean and reach somewhere only to find that the surface is cluttered with books or newspapers just waiting to fall off and onto the floor, so always try and keep everything off, so there aren’t any accidents later on.

 

Take The Time To Sort Out What Needs To Be Sorted Out

Be it sorting out your finances, lifestyle, or even your mental health with drug rehab. Sometimes it’s a lot more efficient to spend some time picking up and sorting through items rather than trying to clean everything at one particular go. 

 

This is because you can pick up things a lot faster when they’re scattered around the place, so it works well as an advantage if you have some free time on your hands that can be devoted towards cleaning.

 

Stack Away All Dirty Clothes Into Piles

When dirty clothes are lying around everywhere, then the chances are that some of these may get lost or misplaced as people try and find somewhere to put them where they’ll be visible but won’t create clutter, which means having a designated space for dirty clothes such as a pile for each clothes will make things easier when trying to find specific items of clothing later on.

 

Keep Your Bathroom Clutter-Free

The bathroom tends to see more activity than any other room in the home since it’s where people go when brushing their teeth, taking showers or baths, or washing hands, which means extra care should be taken when cleaning the area, so it remains free of clutter waiting to get in the way. 

 

Clutter tends to get in the way when people are trying to perform their usual routines, so try and keep the bathroom free of them as much as possible so you can be sure everything will go smoothly.

 

Get Rid Of Old Magazines

Old magazines can be thrown out, but what do you do with all those extra periodicals lying around? Sometimes these may need to be stored away somewhere else until they’re needed again, but there are other times where you may need to part with some of them as well and throw them out. 

 

This is especially true for old newspapers, which often end up becoming a breeding ground for germs and bacteria if they’re not disposed of properly due to their porous nature, so these things should be thrown away whenever possible.

 

Have A Separate Storage Area For All Your Items

Many people don’t realize how much space can be freed up and made available if only they had a separate storage area (or areas) where their excess belongings or things they don’t need could be stored away until the time comes when it’s needed again, whatever it may be. 

 

Then, rather than having these items take up valuable space at home, store them away to free up even more room which can be used for other purposes such as using this extra space to workout in without needing an external gym membership.

 

Get Rid Of Clutter By Giving It Away

Perhaps you’ve had enough of your collection items such as video games or DVDs and don’t want to sell them. However, you can still get rid of them by giving them away to someone who will enjoy them more than you do at the moment. This works well because it’s a win-win situation for both parties involved, so there’s no reason why you can’t do this whenever necessary.

 

Keep A Small Rubbish Bin In Every Room

Keeping a small rubbish bin in each room enables people to dispose of any rubbish or debris they may have when trying to clean their homes, such as food scraps, tissues, or even nail clippings if applicable. This allows for less elbow grease and effort required when tidying up because everything can be removed easily without running around looking for one centralized area that has space available.

6 Tips To Organize and Declutter Your Life

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No matter how neat and tidy of a person you are, it’s pretty easy for “stuff” or clutter to pile up around your house.

Clutter is a constant battle at our house. From mail, bills, and school papers to toys for the kids and dog and clothes–there are so many things that just never seem to get put away or find their place. When my house starts to get overrun by clutter, I begin to feel stressed, which then begins to affect the other areas of my life.

So, it’s not surprising that having clutter around means less stress in your life. However, decluttering is sometimes easier said than done. Fortunately, there are simple tricks to stop clutter from taking over your life.

6 Tips To Organize and Declutter Your Life

1. Plan Ahead.

Did you know that planning ahead is proven to reduce stress? Well, it’s true. Planning is one of the most effective stress management techniques you can do without spending a penny. Plus, planning gives you more time to do the things that you enjoy in your life!

2. Have a Home for All of Your Stuff.

I can’t tell you the number of times l look at the stuff lying around and do nothing, Or, I take something out of a drawer, use it, and lay it on the counter instead of putting it back where I got it in the first place. Everything should have a “home.” If it doesn’t, you don’t need it. For example, always put your car keys in a basket and hang up your coat in the same place when you come home. When you put things in the same place instead of somewhere random, you will know where they are and save time and stress looking for them. This simple change has helped me keep my house, office, and car much cleaner, and my family and I much happier.

3. Stop Multitasking.

The glorification of being an excellent multitasker is overrated. In reality, humans are not the best at multitasking. Focusing on multiple tasks all at once seems like an efficient way to get the most out of your day; however, you end up getting very little done and done well. Instead, make a list of the tasks you need to accomplish and then list them in order of importance. To me, there is something so gratifying about making a list and then crossing your accomplishments off as the day goes on.

4. Say Goodbye.

If you have not used that really-thoughtful kitchen gadget that your dear aunt gave you three birthday’s ago, it is time to say goodbye. Everything from old papers and clothes to cooking utensils and the food in your pantry–it is all fair game. My rule of thumb is that if I haven’t used it or worn it in the last year, it’s moving on to its next home. You can give gently loved items to a charity or to someone else that can make use of what you do not need any longer.

5. Stay Committed.

If you want your space to be less cluttered, you have to commit to making it and keeping it that way. Set aside just 15 minutes at the end of each day to declutter and organize your space. Yep, those 15 minutes can and will make all of the difference. Discipline yourself to do this before you sit down to watch your favorite show or read a good book. I love to set the timer on my phone and go gun-ho until it beeps. And, if you are like me and have a family that helps contribute to all of the clutter, I’d suggest getting them involved in the 15-minute cleanup,, too! It’s amazing what you can accomplish in just 15 minutes.

6. Clear Your Mental Clutter.

Clearing your mental clutter is just as important as physically decluttering your space. Taking time each day to reflect on your blessings and to meditate will help you to manage your stress levels effectively. A gratitude journal is an easy way to keep track of the positive things in your life. You would be surprised how simple reflection can improve your overall mental health. Also, meditation has been proven to temporarily alleviate stress, strengthen the mind to cultivate inner peace, and improve your overall mental well-being.  Clear your mental clutter, relax, and refocus your mind with this 30-minute guided meditation audio. If 30-minutes seems a bit too long, check out of my shorter meditations. 

Breath Awareness Meditation Hope Zvara

Breath Awareness Meditation Hope Zvara

Clutter may be a constant lurking threat, but when you choose to tackle the problem head-on, your efforts will pay off. I don’t know about you, but when my house is happy, I’m happy, and when I’m happy, I am more willing to take on any task life throws at me with a grateful heart and ready arms.

So, are you ready to join me in decluttering your life? 

3 Ways to Improve Your Work Environment Instantly

3 Ways to Improve Your Work Environment Instantly

In today’s technology-centered world, there seems to be an app for almost every situation. If something is wrong or needs improvement, we can pull out our smartphones and search for the right app. However, when it comes to improving our physical well-being, that tends to be a little more challenging. 

Taking Care of Your Body

I think anyone reading this can agree that a big part of the quality of one’s overall health comes from movement–or lack thereof. Various illnesses can be linked back to how we live in our physical bodies. Much like house maintenance, the longer you neglect your body, the more damaged the structure becomes. Then, those once small issues become much larger and harder to fix. 

It’s a pretty straightforward concept: the more active you are, the healthier you will be. However, most people spend most of their day at work or in a work environment. So, yes, while incorporating exercise into your daily routine is important, it isn’t going to magically fix your “house.” 

What Can You Do?

Think about the environment that you put yourself in day after day. Should you consider a change in that environment to prevent your “house” from becoming damaged? The best way to increase our well-being is to evaluate the environment around us– especially our work environment. But, is merely making the change to standing all day instead of sitting enough? The simple answer is no.

The Pixar movie Wall-E is more than another cute, animated film. It tells us that if we don’t change the way we live, we will turn into unhealthy humans who, by continuing to treat the environment as disposable, will also destroy the world. In her book Don’t Just Sit There, Katy Bowman talks about how to avoid the Wall-E syndrome so that you can be a much healthier, happier, functional version of yourself.

Try to make these simple changes to the environment around you to ensure your “house” continues to serve the purpose for which it was created. 

1. Promote Fluid Movement, Natural Living and Reduce Stress

1. Increase Natural Light

Consider how much natural light you are receiving into your work environment or home. Increasing natural lighting can boost serotonin, which can increase our alertness and better our mood in our work environment and at home. 

2. Decrease Clutter

Work to decrease clutter in your work environment and home. Physical clutter is easily transferable to both the feeling and experience of mental clutter. Having more fluidness in your work environment will easily affect work output.

2. Promote Natural Fluidity & Movement

Evaluate if your work environment or overall environment promotes a lifestyle that encourages movement, or if it entices a sedentary lifestyle.

I have dramatically reduced eye strain and the feeling of tiredness by not having the lights on in my office and by keeping the shades open during office hours.

By taking the time to let go of possessions that no longer serve me, I have physically and energetically made room for the newness I am working toward in my life.

3. Make Change at Home, Too

Finally, I have begun re-evaluating my work environment and home life and investing in my family’s health on the front end. This has included creating standing workspaces, using functional chairs (like the Move), breaking stereotypes at the dinner table by enlisting our family in picnic-style dinners on the floor, and by adding walking lunches. All these creative and healthy choices have helped me to promote movement and a more fluid lifestyle for each of my family members.

Some of these changes cost my family and me very little, and others a bit more, but what I have essentially done is flipped where I spend my money. I am no longer dumping my hard-earned cash into constant visits to the chiropractor or massage therapists. My overall total daily movement has dramatically increased, which has also reduced my stiffness and back and neck pain. As a bonus, I mentally feel better.

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Little changes can make a huge impact. I challenge you to evaluate your environment–home and work–and make changes where you can!

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