It's January. Perhaps you're trying to turn over a new leaf and reduce clutter. It's also Get Organized month, according to the National Association of Professional Organizers. So, here's one simple thing you can do to reduce clutter. It's actually pretty painless, too.
Just say "no."
Before you cut out a new recipe, pick up a free sample or accept an item someone else wants to get rid of, ask yourself if it's necessary in your life. Do you have something like it at home? Will you really whip up that new recipe? Is the information easy to locate online where you can electronically save a bookmark? Even consider asking the checker at your favorite store to skip the bag if you're just purchasing one or two items.
Make the conscious decision to bring only the things into your home that are necessary or useful. Just because it's free doesn't mean there is no cost to you. If things pile up, those items can cost you time when you want to locate something and disorganization can ultimately cause stress and frustration.
By doing this one simple thing, you'll help rein in clutter and save time. If you don't have it, it's one less thing you'll have to sort through it at a later date!
Cathy Brosius is the owner of Arranged Smartly, a home staging and organizing company. Cathy and her team are working smartly for homeowners and real estate agents throughout the St. Louis region. She has also been interviewed on KMOV's Great Day St. Louis, providing tips on staging a home for sale.
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