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    New year, clear spaces: How to start decluttering

    January 2, 2023 /

    So you just got a bunch of stuff for Christmas… And even if it was items you wanted or needed, your house may be feeling a bit full and in need of a good declutter! My kids received a number of toys that they had wanted for Christmas – things that have already been taking them into new areas of wonderful, imaginative play. And probably a lot of the toys we had on hand were a bit too young for them and so it was time for a transition, but right now it all feels like a bit much! So how do you get started when looking at rooms, shelves,…

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    March 9, 2021 /

    Now that you’ve spent all of this time decluttering, you have to figure out what to do with all of your stuff! In this post of our decluttering series, I have a variety of suggestions for more environmentally friendly ways to dispose of your belongings. Give Your Items a New Home Second hand items are a great way to be eco-friendly, so I often try to shop for used items. When I’m decluttering, I also like to try and pass on my items–whether it’s through selling online, giving to a thrift store, or giving items away for free. Here are some ways to give your unwanted items a new home:…

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    Guest Post: An Inspiring Journey Towards Minimalism

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    Today we’re excited to have Fran Cresswell-Ghose share her journey towards minimalism in her guest post! Fran is the person behind The Eco Desk, your online home for all things sustainable life and style, and more recently, Plant:Grove, which helps ordinary people with ways to tackle climate change and make a positive impact. Learn more about her projects here: The Eco DeskPlant:Grove We hope you enjoy learning more about Fran and her journey going from life in London to living abroad! My journey from busy London life to living out of two backpacks I’d always taken it for granted that I’d wind up living in London. My future seemed clear:…

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    7 Decluttering Resources for a Successful Journey Towards Less

    February 23, 2021 /

    For the next post in our Decluttering Series, we’re taking a look at some of the other helpful information out there on the topic. Decluttering Resources We aren’t the only ones talking about decluttering our lives and living with less stuff. Here are some bloggers, posts, and resources that are inspiring us to clear out our clutter and embrace a more spacious life. 1. 52 Week Decluttering Challenge – Boomer Eco Crusader Michelle over at Boomer Eco Crusader is taking her readers through a year-long declutter challenge. She is tackling each area of her house step-by-step, sharing her process and some free resources each week. Read about the challenge here:…

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    Questions to Ask Yourself When Clearing out your Closet

    February 16, 2021 /

    For this next post of our decluttering series, we’re focusing on decluttering our closets. Choosing to Let Clothes Go Whether it’s because you’ve been looking at your closet and desiring a more minimalist approach or it’s just time to create some space, letting go of clothing can be challenging. We’ve probably all heard by now Marie Kondo’s question “Does this spark joy?” when it comes to decluttering. I do love that question since I like having things around me that bring joy, but find I need to delve deeper than that, like Roberta Lee does when she talks about wearing her values. What to Ask Yourself If the “does this…

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    Approaches to Decluttering: How to Get Started

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    Last week we shared some of the benefits of clearing clutter and living with less, but the question is: where does one start? Various items or areas of your space can present different challenges to declutter. Some items hold a lot of memories and can be difficult to approach while other areas – like maybe a jammed closet – can seem overwhelming. I enjoy a good purge and have a few methods that work for me, depending on what items or area of my home I’m looking to clear! Speed Purge This post from Be More With Less walks you through decluttering 10 Spaces, 10 Minutes, 100 Items from easy…

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