It’s well-known that the hardest part of decluttering your home is getting started. It’s such an overwhelming process that most of us don’t know where or how to begin.
So, the team at Markot have put together 5 tips to help you get things started.
Take baby steps.
Yep, start small.
Don’t try and tackle the whole house on that first day.
Start by clearing off a counter. Having your flat spaces clear of clutter can make a huge difference. Or, simply choose a shelf or drawer and stick to that. It’s easier to achieve and will give you some momentum.
Quickly make a difference
Need to see serious results to keep motivated? Start with a highly visible area where your attention is desperately needed. You know, that part of your home that annoys you the most? Perhaps your entry? Maybe the kitchen counters? Even the bathroom. Get early results and get energised!
No “maybes”, just make the call.
You need to be ruthless (at times!) and trust your gut. After all, ‘maybe’ pile will probably land up staying like an unwanted drifter. You know your stuff better than anyone, so make the call and don’t look back.
Put on some tunes.
You know the ones – that make you think back to the glory days when 9pm wasn’t your bedtime. And while you’re at it, put on your comfiest trackies, pour yourself a tea (or something stronger – no judgement here!) and make decluttering enjoyable.
Put it in the diary
Lots of mums have told us that they schedule in their decluttering sessions well in advance. This way the family know ahead of time and can lend a hand too. It also means you can prep for it – rubbish bags, boxes etc can be organised well before so you’re ready to rock from the get-go.
We could probably keep going and give you a top 50 list, but we think these 5 can get you off the starting blocks in no time. And remember, if your precious baby things start taking up too much space, Markot is the hassle-free way to sell them – we’ll even pick them up from your door!
Happy decluttering mammas. xx
