How to Start Decluttering When You Feel Overwhelmed by too Much Stuff

Clutter causes stress, anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, and even depression. Studies have shown that visual clutter can actually decrease your working memory.

Getting rid of stuff is difficult for many reasons. People associate dollar values and sentimental attachments to their things.

The first step to decluttering is deciding where to start. That decision can be complicated and overwhelming all on its own, but it doesn’t need to be. You can start right where you are.

Declutter Something Right Now Just do it! Start! That sounds so cliché, and I’m sure you’ve read it before, but just try it.

Start with visual clutter for a quick win. Visual clutter is frustrating and stress-inducing. It’s in your face and serves as a constant reminder of unfinished business.

Start with the easy stuff so you experience success and realize it’s ok to let things go.

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