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Fall Edits (+ A New Decluttering Target)
Aug 24, 2023
The host discusses their transition to decluttering their house, focusing on what they can control. The importance of reducing belongings before organizing is emphasized. They plan to declutter their work life, bathroom drawers, closet, and various other areas. Their ongoing decluttering journey includes getting rid of unused shoes, bags, jewelry, cookbooks, and outerwear.
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- Reducing clutter is crucial before attempting to organize, as organizing solutions won't solve the problem of having too much stuff.
- The host's fall editing goals include reducing clutter in her office, digital spaces, bathroom drawers, closet, dining room cabinets, and high-traffic areas of her home.
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Reducing clutter is key
Professional organizer Shira Gill emphasizes the need to reduce clutter before attempting to organize. She notes that many people try to organize their stuff immediately, but organizing solutions like baskets and bins won't solve the problem of having too much stuff. Gill suggests that clients should aim to reduce their belongings by 30 to 50 percent before starting the organizing process.
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