Pro Organizer Explains Why Decluttering Should Not Start In the Closet
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Walking into a cluttered home can be overwhelming, to say the very least. The thought of starting the task of decluttering can transform from daunting to paralyzing. Where do we even start?
Contrary to the popular belief that decluttering should commence from the closet, professional organizer Bonnie (@binyourspace) from Westminster, Maryland, enlightens us with a different perspective.
Just to give you an insight into the powerhouse we are talking about – Bonnie is a professional organizer. She hails from the quaint city of Westminster, Maryland. Known for her transformative skills, Bonnie is a wizard when it comes to hidden treasures within a cluttered space.
Embracing her philosophy of creating a "functional home over a perfect home," Bonnie has helped countless people bring order to their spaces and subsequently, their lives. Now, she's here to help us debunk the myths surrounding the decluttering process.
For many, the natural instinct when it comes to decluttering is to start with the closet. It makes sense on the surface – out of sight, out of mind, right? But Bonnie argues that this might be not the best place to start in decluttering ventures for several reasons.
The closet is often regarded as the storage ground for "maybes" and "just-in-cases". As a result, we tend to hold emotional attachments to the items tucked away in our closets. These items often hold value either for practical or sentimental reasons, making it harder to discern what stays and what goes, a predicament that could lead to stalled progress and frustration.
This seasoned professional organizer advocates for starting with less challenging areas. Areas that are easier to handle not just physically, but emotionally too. Think living rooms, kitchen countertops, or home offices - simplified areas whose clutter is often more manageable, less personal, and easier to sift through.
Starting with these less daunting spaces allows for immediate visual progress, which in turn can serve as motivation to tackle the heavier, more emotionally charged spaces next.
"Start where you will feel the most impact," Bonnie advises. "Completing these areas can give you a quick win, boost your confidence, and build momentum."
So, before you fling open those closet doors, take a minute to consider this perspective. Work your way up to these more challenging areas. Begin with the spaces that affect your daily routine and quality of life.
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