Decluttering is a Healthy Habit - Not a One-Time Event

Decluttering isn’t just something you do once and forget about—it’s a habit, much like exercise or eating well. The more you do it, the easier it becomes to make decisions, refine what you keep, and maintain an organized space.

A little each day builds momentum, making future decluttering sessions feel natural instead of overwhelming. If you wait until moving day, you’ll be forced into long, exhausting sessions, leading to decision fatigue—when your brain is too tired to make good choices.

Small Steps Make Big Decisions Easier

By incorporating decluttering into your daily routine now, you prepare yourself for the tougher choices later—when you know where you’re moving and how much less space you’ll have.

A decluttering mindset means you don’t feel pressured to do everything at once. Instead, you tackle small sections, making thoughtful edits over time.

Decluttering Is Easier with Support

Sometimes, decluttering is easier when you have company. Having a friend or family member nearby—even if they’re just sitting with you—can help keep you focused. This technique, known as “body doubling,” is especially useful for those who feel anxious or struggle with decision-making.

It’s not about them sorting through your stuff—it’s about their presence helping you stay on track.

Make Decluttering Fun

Decluttering doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Turn it into a game!

• Toss donations into a box and keep score—three points for every item you let go.

• Celebrate small wins—do a little dance when you find lost money.

• Reward yourself when a closet is finished—toast to your success with a favorite drink.

  
  

Creating a positive atmosphere while decluttering makes it easier to stay motivated, helping you build a habit that sticks.

Build the Habit Now—Reap the Benefits Later

The best time to declutter isn’t when you’re packing up to move—it’s now.

Make small edits daily, keep only what truly serves you, and approach decluttering as an ongoing practice rather than a stressful event.

Your future self will thank you.