I was looking at some of the questions folks on social media have asked me recently and it occurred to me that answering a handful of questions in one go might be just what you need. Keep in mind, these are quick answers.

Life can sometimes feel like a full-blown circus - juggling work, family, and the endless to-do lists. So, how do we find time to declutter amidst this organized chaos? Fear not, here are some tips to declutter without adding more chaos to your life!

It's not just about tidying up; it's about understanding the relationship between our surroundings and our well-being.

As we navigate life's challenges, it's essential to recognize the profound impact our environment has on our mental health. Today, let's delve into a topic that's close to my heart as a decluttering coach and psychologist: the significant connection between clutter, depression, and anxiety.

It's not just about tidying up; it's about understanding the relationship between our surroundings and our well-being.

Hygge (pronounced hoog-uh) is the Danish concept of living with coziness and contentment. Basically, creating a home and life that is filled with things that make you feel good. Clutter is the opposite of that. It’s the idea of having a home filled with too much stuff, which makes you feel bad.

How amazing would it be to cut cleaning your home down by 40%? I’ve got the trick for you! Declutter. Yeah, I know. You were hoping for something sexier than that. Stay with me, though. Think about it. You have less stuff, that means you have less stuff to put away…

To live your best life and be your most authentic self, you have to live in a home that reflects that value, right? Okay, so look around your house. Does everything reflect who you are and the life you want to live? Or are there things you see that have nothing to do with who you are?

What do you think of when you imagine the home of a perfectionist? A beautifully organized pantry? Flawless décor? Shiny and clean at all times? Not a bit of clutter to be seen? Sometimes that’s true, sometimes it isn’t.

Most people don’t give enough credit to how emotionally triggering and overwhelming decluttering can be. All of the thoughts and feelings that come up make you want to run away. The sheer volume of the clutter halts you in your steps because you have no idea where to start.

We live in a fast-paced world that expects more and more of us every day. You don’t have time to be messing around with finding something to wear in a chaotic closet, or trying to find the keys you know you left somewhere around here…

Marie Kondo is a decluttering expert who came to popularity when her Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. She has gone on to create other shows and specials. She has authored multiple books including The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing.