Decluttering advice for those that just can’t do it
I hit the ABC news desk early January to give everyone a head start on decluttering tips 2023.
Where to start, how to declutter your own stuff and importantly – your partner’s stuff. And why “Does it Spark Joy?” doesn’t work for everyone.
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Decluttering is great, but how do we stop it creeping back in? To reduce clutter you need to get organised, stop acquiring and more!
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Spacemaker Method is a refreshing antidote to dramatised commercial decluttering shows. The host April Scott Tandy is supremely non-judgemental and reassuring. Progress is slow but real, and it’s all very relatable for people who struggle with clutter.
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Just out of the frame of every Pinterest-perfect photo, there is a pile of stuff swept of the bench. Items that don’t match the same-sameness of these ‘organised’ homes, items that are in need of attention or unattractive.
How many roadblocks do you encounter when trying to declutter? It’s rarely a smooth path. Decluttering roadblock 1: “How could I let my home get
Professional property stagers know exactly what to remove to help potential buyers envisage themselves living in your space. And your wedding photos from 2002 will be the first to go.
Do you know what aspirational clutter is? It’s the stuff we keep for the person we WANT to be, not the person we are right now. Fitness gear, too-small clothes, fancy cookbooks and craft we will never dip into.
Are you ready for some perspective shifts on your relationship to your stuff? It’s deeper than you think.
You’ve watched the organising shows, bought the books and dashed to Ikea for beautiful storage solutions, then spent a weekend tackling that hectic wardrobe. Yet somehow, within weeks (or days), the floordrobe is thriving, and it’s chaos as usual. Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
Do you have a dispatch patch? Should you? Your home is a place of work, rest and leisure. It is also a processing facility, where
The hierarchy of giving – can you relate? Are you happy to throw unwanted items in a Salvos bin, or do you prefer to give
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Are you overwhelmed in your home? Constantly moving things to sit down or prepare a meal? Have clothes everywhere but nothing to wear? The list goes on.
Aspirational pantry pics on social media may have you rushing off to buy a 50-pack of matching canisters. Everything from pasta to spices will look
“Where can I start?” I hear you ask. Well here are 28 things you can declutter today.
Space Invaders Season 4 sees Peter Walsh, Cherie Barber and Angie Kent decluttering homes, families and relationships in the Sydney suburbs.
There are 2 types of Swedish Death Cleaning – decluttering before you die, and decluttering after someone else’s death. Both are confronting, but very rewarding.
The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning tackles a new decluttering project every episode, with a good dose of heart. Because it’s never just about the stuff. The people’s stories are compelling.
Organising in general, is not one-size fits all practice, and neither is organising for people with disability and illness. But there are some things to consider, including decluttering, organising and more.
19 ADHD home organisation hacks you may not have heard of ADHD affects executive function, which includes planning, task initiation, organising and completing tasks. This
These questions were developed by the Institute for Challenging Disorganization (ICD), and have been used in several studies linking decluttering and organising to higher levels of function and well-being.
It’s difficult to convey tone via messaging. But geez there are some weird interactions on Facebook Marketplace. “Where are you located?” Um it’s in the listing sir.
13 items professional organisers never buy – and neither should you 1. Souvenirs and ornaments Trinkets with no purpose will become clutter in your home
Organising for busy parents – 15 hacks to make life easier It’s commonly believed that organising for busy parents is impossible because time and energy
