Decluttering is not a one-person job. Many people can adjust their mindset to reduce their purchases and clear out unused or meaningless items in their homes. However, even with careful planning, there may be one or even multiple “teammates” in the household who make the decluttering process difficult. In some cases, they may even retrieve items that you’ve thrown away and question why you would get rid of something that is still useful. Therefore, when faced with family members who have different views on possessions, the road to decluttering can be challenging.
Decluttering is a lifestyle and mindset that simplifies life by selecting and discarding items. However, when dealing with family members who tend to throw things wherever they please, you may find that you have already discarded everything that needs to be discarded, yet the home environment remains cluttered. This can increase psychological pressure and anxiety.
If you want to practice decluttering, it is important to first work on your family’s mindset and ensure that their thoughts and values are aligned with yours. This will help everyone in the household understand the benefits of decluttering and work together to create a more organized and stress-free living space.
“Organization” refers to the practice of categorizing and arranging items in a logical manner using various tools and methods to store and manage belongings, creating a space that is tidy, visually appealing, and easy to use. It emphasizes efficient utilization of existing space.
Habit is the best organizer：Organizing is not just a one-time tidying task, but it also requires developing the habit of daily organizing and putting things back in their place. Therefore, everyone in the household should cultivate the habit of immediately returning items to their designated spots after use. This can help maintain the cleanliness of the space and reduce the time spent on tidying up.
Regular organization：Regularly cleaning and updating items in the home, as well as promptly discarding items no longer needed, can keep our living space in an orderly and tidy state.
Practical organization tips：
1.Categorizing Items
Putting similar items together based on their function and usage, while using sticky notes to label each item, can help oneself or family members manage and locate things more effectively.
2.Vertical Storage
We can also utilize vertical space for storage, such as using hooks, shelves, pegboards, etc., in the kitchen to hang tools and utensils, freeing up counter and tabletop space.
3.Using Transparent Storage Bins
Transparent storage bins not only protect items but also make it easy to see what’s inside, avoiding the need to rummage through boxes when searching for things. Additionally, for some items, we can choose to store them in transparent jars or storage bags.
After decluttering, every item left in the house has its own meaning and purpose, and effective organization can help each item find its place.
Complementary Relationship
Decluttering helps us reduce unnecessary items, making organization simpler and more efficient. Good organizational methods, in turn, can help us better achieve and maintain the state of decluttering. The two complement each other.
Increased Life Efficiency
With fewer items, our choices become simpler. For example, having only the clothes that suit us best in the wardrobe eliminates the dilemma of what to wear.
Furthermore, through effective systematic organization, items are neat and orderly, making it easier to find what we need. This reduces time wasted searching and tidying up, ultimately enhancing life efficiency.
Moreover, the time saved can be spent on truly important matters such as family, friends, and hobbies.
