The 3 biggest mistakes I made when starting to declutter

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When I embraced decluttering and minimalist living, the journey wasn’t always smooth. 😅

It took practice and perseverance, but I quickly discovered that not giving up is the ultimate key to success! 🙌🏻

Here are the 3 biggest mistakes to avoid:

1️⃣ Rushing the Process - Take your time. Decluttering is not a race. Trying to speed through can lead you to make decisions you might regret later. Create a playlist of your favorite tunes, grab a beverage, and make it a pleasant, stress-free experience. Each item you decide on is a step towards a clearer space and mind.

2️⃣ Biting Off More Than You Can Chew - Don’t tackle the whole house in one day. Start with one drawer, one shelf, or one corner. Small victories add up and are much less overwhelming!

3️⃣ Holding Onto “Just in Case” Items - We often keep things because we think we might need them someday. Challenge this by asking, “Have I used this in the past year?” Letting go is hard, but it’s also liberating. Imagine your space only filled with things that serve you now, not just memories of the past or the ‘what ifs’ of the future.

✅ Share this with friends who are ready to transform their homes and minds! Each step in decluttering is not just about clearing space but setting the stage for new possibilities. ✨

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