1. DEDICATE THE TIME
Try setting yourself a certain amount of dedicated time one day to tackle a specific area in the home. The next step is the review. 'It’s not about throwing things out. That leads to regret, anxiety and judgment. Instead take time and consider what we are keeping and how often we use it. Once you have managed the quantity, you can decide on the best storage solution and the best place in your space for it to live,'encourages Ben.
2. FOLLOW A RULE
One of our biggest struggles with decluttering is that items can take on a sentimental value. 'To combat this, my number one tip to declutter ruthlessly is to set two time constraints on your decision making,' advises Amanda Wiss, founder of Urban Clarity. 'First, give yourself an hour one day, for example – whatever it is, set the time limit so you know there's an end to it. Secondly, decide on a certain amount during which the item must have been used. If you haven't used an item for, say 6 months, it's got to go.'
3. HONESTY IS THE BEST POLICY
Lastly, honesty really is the best policy. Robyn Reynolds, Owner of Organize2Harmonize encourages a strict rule of being honest with yourself, resulting in the best possible outcome.