Do you really know? Could the 12-12-12 method help you declutter your home?
Sep 16, 2025
Explore the minimalist movement and its allure in art and design. Discover the transformative power of the 12-12-12 method, a practical approach to decluttering your home. Learn how this strategy involves sorting belongings into three categories, making the process both manageable and intentional. Find out why embracing minimalism might lead to a more harmonious living space and how simple adjustments can eliminate clutter.
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Three-Part Decluttering Framework
- The 12-12-12 method organizes decluttering into three clear categories: throw away, donate, and put back where it belongs.
- Selecting 12 items in each category shifts focus from overwhelm to manageable action.
Origin And Reported Success
- Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist created the 12-12-12 method and shared it online.
- Many people report it helped transform their homes into more harmonious spaces.
Tidy By Room And Use Three Bins
- Tackle one room at a time and tidy a little each day if you can't finish in one session.
- Use three bins for throw away, donate/resell, and put-back items to simplify sorting.