No one has an infinite amount of space in their home. And most people tend to acquire ‘stuff’, given that we live more and more in the age of consumerism. It takes a strong will not to keep accumulating possessions. Space to live in is more expensive than it’s ever been, so it is a good idea to have a strategy to ensure you don’t become too cluttered. First you probably need to have a really good clear out. But after that, how do you stay streamlined and uncluttered?
One line of thought which is easy to follow is one in and one out. So this basically means, if you break a cup or give one away you can buy a new one. If you buy a new book you need to give one away. Same for cosmetics, shoes, handbags, clothes, stationery, other crockery, toys, tennis rackets, golf clubs – whatever it is that is your thing – if you buy a new one, you need to give one away. Everything needs to be part of the ‘one in, one out’ philosophy.
Are you going to be brave and try it? If you do, come back and let us know how you get on!