Core Concepts
Decluttering is an ongoing process that requires creating systems that work for you to maintain a tidy home.
Abstract
The content discusses Star Hansen's decluttering philosophy and strategies to keep homes organized. Understanding the emotional attachment to clutter, starting small, taking emotions out of decluttering, using existing storage solutions, and making organization easy are key points highlighted. The approach emphasizes creating manageable goals and celebrating progress in maintaining a clutter-free space.
Stats
"She's a professional organizer who teaches classes on home organizing and has been featured in over 30 TV shows and online series on the subject."
"Hansen says everyone's clutter tells a personal story."
"Say you only have an hour to declutter your home this week. Hansen says to divide that time into 20-minute intervals."
"Instead of buying new drawer organizers, use old shoeboxes, gift boxes or even Tupperware."
"Make sure your most used items are always the easiest to reach."
Quotes
"What becomes clutter and where your clutter accumulates can say a lot about what's going on with you." - Star Hansen
"A lot of times, the trip-up is from holding on to the past or wanting a different reality than the one we're living in." - Star Hansen