Let it GO! Decluttering (simplifying) your life of (people, places or things) success stories?
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I have an excel workout sheet with 4 columns labeled:
1) Category (organizing, de-cluttering, cleaning, etc)
2) Chore (could be a room, a drawer, boxes, garage, cars, etc.)
3) Status: on going/started, pending, etc
4) Completion/Date: The date that the chore was all done (bolded and in red)
It helps me to keep track of what needs to be done, register the completed task(s), and to add notes if the cleaning or whatever, was delayed/pending (reason). For me it is another way to be more organized, and to start with the easier task that can be done quickly. It is a morale boost.
What an excellent idea! It helps with the planning, breaking the project into reasonable "bite-sized" bits, and creates a way to track and feel good about what's been done.4 -
RubyRed427 wrote: »
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My grandmother taught me another tip. When you clean a room, clean in order like go clockwise. Don't zig zag when you clean. Just clean in clockwise order.
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My biggest hurdle is I have no success selling things on Facebook marketplace. My friend sells things on there all the time and makes hundreds of dollars. I post a few things and they never sell. Any ideas?
Great ideas!
It helps when selling things on-line to have good pictures. Make sure the item is clear. It may help to have pictures of the front and back (or sides, top, open/closed). Check whether it looks better against a plain background or "in place" - for instance glassware might look better if you also have a picture of it as part of a place setting. Depending on what you're selling, it may help to give measurements or materials, and list any features. Also make sure your prices are in the normal range - usually less than 1/2 the original price. See what prices are listed for similar items.4 -
I like Terri's idea about a marker & donating clothes not worn and will probably try this after Covid is "over". At this point, since I am not going anywhere this would not be effective for me. I am just wearing my regular "at home" clothes, lol.4
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@Robin_Bin Thanks so much for the ideas~ I will try them!0
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Its been almost a year since I checked in here. As all of you know, its been a year! I was not home for most of it., and the clutter proves it! I'm back at it, little chunks at a time. Its a bit discouraging, but I made huge progress before, so I can do it again. Happy New Year all!14
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AlexandraFindsHerself1971 wrote: »I clean each room once a week, and in the kitchen that means that I will take one drawer or cabinet, remove the items in it, wash the inside of the cabinet and polish the outside, and if the shelf paper needs renewed, I'll do that then too. It also gives me a chance to sort through the items in the cabinet and make sure that there's no junk in there, just useful items in a good useful order. By doing this week by week, I get through them all over a three month period, and it never becomes a huge burden to do it; it's just ONE drawer.
In the library/dining room, we have a large built in bookcase. Again, when it's that room's turn for weekly cleaning, I take one shelf, take the books out, and dust and polish the shelf and the books thoroughly. One shelf isn't terrible, and it lets me make sure nothing's misfiled, and I can see if I want to let any of them go. (If so, we have a bag those go in; when the bag is full, it's time to go to the used bookstore.) I do this with the drawers in the bedrooms, and it really makes keeping the clutter out of the corners easier, and I feel better knowing that things can never get too bad.
This is a great idea! Doesn't take much time, but accomplishes so much!6 -
I got the business paper work sorted and put away last weekend. New files ready for the new year. Have some shredding left, but working on it.
Also, got some shelf liner this weekend. Will be implementing that idea!4 -
On Saturday I’m going to go through the paper files in our house and blitz them! I’m putting it down here so I commit to it9
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I am working on decluttering stuff. I have a disabling emotional attachment to my crap. Crap in totes I only look through when I move to a new place. Crap from my last marriage that can go in the dumpster with the ex... I agree it will help to have a more organized space. I look for things constantly and get frustrated and anxious. Will be decluttering my STUFF for the next couple months. Also trying to just eat healthier because my body deserves that. Treats are for once in awhile, not daily... also an issue I have. Thanks for posting!15
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I was walking in my basement because it is cold outside, but as I walked I picked up a few things I saw and dumped them in the trash. I think as I walk , I will slowly declutter here and there. It's a win-win.10
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JessiBelleW wrote: »On Saturday I’m going to go through the paper files in our house and blitz them! I’m putting it down here so I commit to it
You know what they say Only handle a paper once... either shred, file or recycle.
I have been saving magazines for my annual vision board. I like to cut out pictures, words, sayings and glue them on a paper; I write the date on it and hang it where I can see it.
Once I am done with the vision board, I will recycle the magazines. OR give them to my neighbor - we like to share magazines. Saves money and waste.8 -
With some of my family I have to set boundaries, Got To Go, now when I am in the grocery store I realize when I am around tempting foods, I need to do the same, Got To Go and run!7
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Good ideas and resolution ladies. Great for the new year, and to take our minds away from all the heart breaking crap that is going around. Keep up the good work!6
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RubyRed427 wrote: »JessiBelleW wrote: »On Saturday I’m going to go through the paper files in our house and blitz them! I’m putting it down here so I commit to it
You know what they say Only handle a paper once... either shred, file or recycle .
@RubyRed427 i have actually never heard this saying. I still get paper bills for the water and power/gas, I’ve been filing them but as my partner pointed out it’s not like I need too! I have a record of paid bills on the website and receipts in my email!4 -
I’ve graduated to non paper statements/bills for utilities and most of my other purchases. Junk mail now goes straight into the recycle bin. Now, if I can just get DH to do the same thing ......3
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I worked on my apartment for 2yrs. decluttering and getting rid of stuff. I never totally finished and now it has been hard to maintain and is getting cluttered again mainly with papers. I want to finish my original sorting and getting rid of stuff then get to the papers that built up again. I’m finishing the living room sorting, then the bathroom. I’m going to work on it 1/2 hr. at a time. I’m looking forward to it.10
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I started decluttering my home last year and made some great progress. My momentum slowed once the pandemic hit and my workload increased. There is still a more to do, and with slowly finding that work/life balance again, I plan to continue what I started. This weekend I plan to declutter more, and I'm committing to decluttering 10 minutes a day during the work week. 10 minutes might not seem like much, but it really is. There's something about working purposely for a limited time that is motivating yet not exhausting/overwhelming. Try it!9
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My plan today is to clear all the empty boxes out of the spare room. Once that's done, I'll be able to do more than step in! I have to get to the point I can move the dresser to the wall.6
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You are all so motivating!1
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