When my therapist suggested decluttering might ease my anxiety and OCD symptoms, I was skeptical. I decided to try it and started looking for a method that might help me with the process. It became ...

Use room-by-room checklists to reduce decision fatigue and build momentum with quick wins. Tackle one small area at a time and pre-decide whether items will be donated, sold, or recycled. Act ...

Decluttering can help reduce visual distractions and benefit mental health, attention, and working memory. If getting started is hard, focusing on a small area at a time or trying a popular method can ...

It's a counterpart to Swedish Death Cleaning.

Several months ago, I spent some time decluttering my house by going through papers, clothing, kitchen stuff, personal items—everything Beyond creating a more satisfying space, I discovered some ...

Mesha Griffith is a children's book author based in Ohio. She considers herself a minimalist and has challenged herself over the years to ditch the clutter. She posted her yearly challenge online in ...

Does life feel a bit too overwhelming? Research shows that “decluttering” these four areas of life are essential to your well-being. Here’s how to get started. Decluttering isn’t just about tidying up ...

Excess clutter in living spaces can contribute to stress and issues with mental health. Understanding how to declutter can provide significant mental and physical health benefits. Decluttering ...

I have four kids ranging from 8 to 18 years old. We've decluttered before, but it was usually in small bursts. I decided to do a deep declutter in an attempt to live with less, and we got rid of 44 ...