How Decluttering and Organising Can Transform Your Home – and Your Life

I know it feels like a bold statement to say that organising your home can be transformational, but I truly believe it! I’ve felt it myself when I made small but intentional changes in my own home, and I see the impact for my clients all the time.

Are you wondering how organising your home could improve your life?

Do you spend too much time searching for things or struggling to stay on top of everyday life? One minute things are under control and the next, you’re surrounded by overflowing cupboards, piles of paperwork and daily stress.

A tidy home can feel out of reach when life gets busy. But you’re not alone. Lots of mums juggling families and full schedules feel the same.

In this post, I explore some of the common challenges that come with clutter and disorganisation, and how sensitive, guidance and practical support can help you feel more in control and able to relax in your home.

Why Does My Home Always Feel Cluttered?

Clutter and chaos aren’t just about having too much. They often reflect deeper everyday struggles, such as:

Systems that don’t work for you: Tidy spaces can quickly become messy and out of control if you have storage that doesn’t support your needs or routines
Too much stuff and not enough time: With packed schedules, it’s easy for decluttering and tidying to fall to the bottom of the list. But if your home is disorganised you will waste time searching for the things you need
Feeling mentally overwhelmed: Visual clutter can create stress, impact your mood and make it hard to switch off

The Benefits of a Tidy, Organised Home

Research has shown that an organised home can contribute to lower stress levels, improved sleep, and better mental focus. A Psychology Today article highlights that clutter can spike cortisol levels and contribute to the mental load — particularly for women — which can lead to anxiety, stress, and fatigue. Creating order in your home can help ease that load and improve your overall wellbeing.

When you remove the things you no longer use or love from your home and organise the things you do want to have around you, it has a hugely positive effect on your wellbeing and life runs more smoothly.

Why Take Time to Declutter?

It’s well worth the investment because it can:

Improve your mental wellbeing – decluttering reduces stress and overwhelm caused by visual and mental clutter. It can create a sense of calm, control, and clarity and boost your mood and motivation
Save you time – less searching for lost items, cleaning and tidying, makes your daily routines run more smoothly
Save you money – encourages mindful spending, you spend less buying duplicates and you have the opportunity to sell or donate unwanted items
Make your space work for you – maximising storage and functionality, helps each room serve it’s intended purpose and creates a more relaxing and welcoming environment
Support Life transitions – makes moving home, having a baby, or managing a bereavement less overwhelming. Organising helps you establish new routines and systems to suit your current lifestyle
Encourages healthy habits – an organised kitchen can promote health meal preparation, a tidy bedroom supports better sleep, and an orderly entryway can make mornings run smoother

What Does a Professional Organiser Do?

A professional organiser helps people regain control of their home by decluttering those things that are no longer used or loved, and putting systems in place to keep everything tidy. But they do much more than simply tidy up – much like a personal trainer, they work alongside you to understand your challenges, offer practical advice, and help you create lasting change.

How a Professional Organiser Can Help?

Decluttering rooms, wardrobes or entire homes	Creating practical organisation systems and storing sentimental items creatively
Making the home safer and more accessible for clients with mobility issues	Managing paperwork, important documents, devices and digital systems
Teaching organisation habits and devising tailored routines	Preparing for house moves, downsizing or life transitions

Professional organisers provide an objective, non-judgmental approach, helping you make decisions with confidence. They don’t just tidy up—they work with you to understand why clutter builds up and how to prevent it in the future.

Whether you need a little motivation or hands-on support, an organiser can help you transform your space in a way that feels manageable and tailored to your household.

How Do I Choose A Professional Organiser?

Choosing the right organiser is personal and it can make a big difference in how supported and comfortable you feel during the process. I want you to feel respected, heard, and in control throughout the experience.

Here are some points to consider:

Respectful and non-judgemental: A good organiser will always listen, support your decisions, and never pressure you to ‘get rid’ of anything you’re not ready to let go of. Look for someone who works with you, not just for you — helping you build confidence in your own organising habits
Their approach: You’ll be sharing your home and possibly your emotions — so choose someone you feel relaxed and safe around. They should explain what to expect, and give you the chance to ask questions or voice concerns. Do you want a gentle, supportive coach to guide you through the process, or do you prefer a practical, no-nonsense approach? Do you want the organiser to work alongside you or work independently. A free consultation is often offered to enable you to get to know the organiser and ask questions
Their expertise: Some organisers focus on specific areas, such as helping families, supporting hoarding behaviour, or preparing for home moves. Others specialise in digital decluttering, helping you organise emails, files, and photos. Look for someone experienced in supporting your specific challenges
Pricing & packages: Organisers charge in different ways – some by the hour, others by package. Check what’s included, and whether they offer in-person services where they work together with the client or independently. Virtual services may also be an option – often more affordable if you want guidance and accountability
Confidentiality & trust: Your home is a personal space and you may want support with managing confidential matters. It’s essential to work with someone who respects your privacy and knows how to manage your personal information correctly
Reviews & recommendations: Check their website for testimonials, Google Reviews or ask friends if they’ve used a service they’d recommend.

Not all organisers work in the same way, so it’s important to find someone who aligns with your needs and personality.

The Association of Professional Declutterers & Organisers (APDO) is the UK body for the UK home organising industry. APDO members follow a code of ethics, are insured to work in your home and invest in their professional development, so you can trust they will be professional and respectful.

How to Find a Professional Organiser

If you’re ready to bring in expert support and want help finding the right organiser, the best place to start is the APDO members directory.

You’ll find details of the organisers covering your area and most have websites showcasing their work. You might also wish to sign-up for emails to get to know them.

How Can OrganisedWell Support Your Home Organising Goals?

I don’t just love to organise, I think it’s well worth the investment to make your life easier and save precious time to spend on what’s important to you.

Your home doesn’t need to be perfect, and you’re not doing it “wrong” if your home doesn’t look like a show home all the time (or at all!).

I’m here to support you to create the home that works for you and your family, to make your days feel easier and reduce the effort needed to manage everything on your plate.

‘…once it was done everything felt simple and ordered and is honestly life changing’. – Alice

Every organiser is different, but if you choose to work with me you’ll find that I’ll work with you in a calm, down-to-earth way to:

Clear your space and your head: Make space for what matters by letting go of what you no longer need
Set up easy-to-maintain systems: We’ll find practical solutions that fit your preferences and how you live, so your things are easy to access and tidy away
Adjust your mindset: Consider different ideas for managing your things that meet your needs whilst also supporting your goals

I know everyone’s situation is different. My services are always shaped around your needs, with sensitivity, pragmatism and a focus on making your home work for you.

OrganisedWell’s Services

I help families across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and surrounding areas (and across the UK virtually) to create calmer, more organised homes. My sessions enable us to work together in different ways to fit your lifestyle and preferences:

Hands-On Organising Support: I’ll visit your home and work side-by-side with you to declutter and organise your space. Sessions typically last 4 hours and fit neatly between school drop-off and pick-up
Organised For You: I’ll organise areas of your home for you, such as kitchen, wardrobe or garage, while you work or tend to other tasks
Virtual Organising Support: Great for anyone who prefers remote support for planning and accountability. We discuss your goals and challenges, create step-by-step plans and have regular check-ins
Student Organising: Helping young people get organised, create space to study and live, and feel confident living independently. I also support student accommodation moves

Find out more about my organising services here.

‘Laura really is one of a kind and has taught me so much already’ – Lindsay

Why Do People Love Working With OrganisedWell?

Clients often tell me they feel lighter, motivated and more hopeful after working with me. I’m known for my gentle, no-judgement approach and the real, lasting change I help people achieve.

Here’s what one client had to say:

‘Her clear mind stopped me getting caught up in the indecisions about what to do with the dreaded ‘stuff’ and her fresh approach helped to inform new ways of organising things. She was completely and utterly non-judgemental and asked sensible questions where needed without any sense of prying’ – Harriet

Having Systems That Work Means:

Fewer lost items, less stress and less decision fatigue
Calmer mornings and a brighter feeling when you return home after a busy day
A lighter and more peaceful home environment

Systems give my clients back precious time and headspace and can also provide their children helpful routines.

And importantly, having a clutter-free, organised home contributes to a greater sense of wellbeing.

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Feel More Organised and in Control

Decluttering isn’t just about releasing things – it’s about creating a home that feels calm, functional, and easy to manage.

Whether you’re organising a family home, helping a student settle into uni life, or managing a big change, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

‘I would recommend Laura to any mum of young children that just needs a little help to become more organised’. – Sarah

Are you ready to feel more in control at home? Book your free enquiry call now and let’s talk about how I can help.

How Home Organising Can Improve Your Mental Health

Mental Health Awareness Month is the perfect time to consider how an organised home can support your wellbeing

You might not realise it, but the piles of paper, overflowing wardrobes and cluttered surfaces don’t just frustrate you and waste your time —they can affect your mental health. Research shows that our physical environment can have a direct impact on our emotional wellbeing.

But the good news is; creating a more organised home doesn’t have to be overwhelming—and the benefits are worth it.

The Science Behind Clutter and Stress

Clutter doesn’t just make it harder to find things – it changes how we feel. Studies show that a cluttered environment can lead to increased levels of cortisol, the hormone associated with stress.

Researchers at UCLA’s Center on Everyday Lives of Families found that women who described their homes as “cluttered” experienced elevated cortisol levels. Interestingly, men in the same study made no mention of and were not affected by the state of the spaces.

A Princeton University study discovered that physical clutter competes for our attention, reducing performance and increasing stress. In essence, our brain is not good at blocking out clutter as objects compete for our attention. The mess around us makes it harder for our brains to filter out the distractions, causes fatigue over time and makes it difficult to function effectively.

So when we create order in our environment, our brain no longer needs to work overtime just to function. Less clutter means greater calm, clarity, and mental energy.

Why Decluttering Feels Emotionally Lighter

Many of my clients tell me that they feel a sense of emotional release after decluttering – ‘like a weight has been lifted’. That’s because our belongings often carry emotional weight. They may remind us of unfinished tasks, unresolved decisions, or even personal loss.

Decluttering is more than just throwing things away—it’s about making peace with what we no longer serves us and giving ourselves permission to let go. That emotional shift creates real relief.

The physical act of organising and making decisions about what to keep often sparks a sense of accomplishment. these actions help build build confidence and lift your mood. Clearing space in your home clears space in your mind too.

“Laura helped me to think straight as we tackled my kitchen together. Her clear mind stopped me getting caught up in the indecisions about what to do with the dreaded ‘stuff’.” — Harriet Hanmer

The Power of Organising and Creating Order

Decluttering is just the beginning. Once you clear the excess, home organising brings lasting results by creating systems that make it easier to find, use, and put away your belongings.

When you assign a home for every item and develop clear routines, you reduce daily decision fatigue. Fewer choices mean less visual clutter and less mental effort, freeing up brainpower for more important things.

An organised home promotes calm. You stop wasting energy looking for things or battling chaos. Instead, your environment supports you. It helps your day flow more smoothly and brings a sense of structure and stability.

Organising gives you back control. It reduces stress, sharpens your focus, and fosters a calmer, more positive mindset. That’s why it’s such a powerful support for your mental wellbeing.

The Benefits of Home Organising:

Efficiency – you can find what you need when you need it
Save time – you don’t have to waste time looking for things or moving things out of the way to get things done. You also have less stuff to tidy up, clean, maintain…
Save money – no need to buy duplicates of the things you can’t find!
Reduce decision fatigue as you don’t have to make as many decisions
Reduce stress and guilt caused by your stuff
Improved focus – you have less visual distraction and less unfinished business
Calmer, positive environment – has a positive effect on your mood and mindset
More confidence – in your ability to cope with your priorities

A Calmer Home for a Calmer Mind

Home organising isn’t just about having a tidy house—it’s a form of self-care that can have a significant impact on your mental health. When you clear clutter and set up systems to make life easier, you create a space that helps you feel calmer, more in control, and supported by your surroundings. When your home works for you, your mind can rest.

If you’re looking to take the next step, here are some other blog posts you might enjoy:

Each one offers practical tips and gentle encouragement to help you move forward—at your own pace.

Are You Ready to Feel Calmer at Home?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by your space or unsure where to start, I’d love to help. Whether you’re tackling a single room or your whole home, we can work together to create order and calm that lasts.

Book your free Enquiry Call today and take the first step toward a more peaceful home and mind.

Eco-friendly Home Organising Tips for Earth Day

I know you want to be organised at home but you also want to do your bit to reduce your household’s impact on the environment. There are so many things we ‘should’ or ‘could’ be doing, but the practicalities can be difficult to manage when also juggling the demands of daily family life.

Clutter can soon build up when we want to dispose, recycle and donate items in an environmentally responsible way, but are unable to find manageable methods. Common barriers to organising our homes include;

where to give away quality items that we no longer need or love;
how to recycle the numerous items that aren’t accepted in curb-side collections;
and what to do with things that could be repurposed, such as the postage packaging that enters our homes on a regular basis.

We want to avoid saving things that ‘could potentially’ be re-purposed, repaired, recycled in future. Whilst good-intentioned, this approach clutters up our home and the items will be wasted anyway.

The good news is, it is possible to organise our home to be a little more eco-friendly. We need to be intentional about what we want to do to make our household eco-friendly, considerate of what we can reasonably manage; and take some action, no matter how small it may feel.

You Can to Make a Difference to the Environment

It’s not easy to manage the competing demands of an environmentally responsible lifestyle with your household needs. I’m not suggesting that you should recycle at all costs to your home, time, stress levels. It’s a balance, and you don’t have to be perfect to make a differences. Every little thing you can do to reduce the impact of your household on the environment is a good thing.

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. – Theodore Roosevelt

Your family, lifestyle and energy will change over time so you can adapt your approach as things ebb and flow. Think about what you can realistically manage in this phase and put in place arrangements to allow you to manage it as effortlessly as possible.

How to be Organised and Eco Friendly at Home

When we decided to be as eco-friendly as possible in our house, we had to decide what we could manage. For a while we collected mini baby bel wrappers in the hope that we could recycle them, but it was too difficult to find a local outlet for them. Now our compromise is to recycle the film part with soft plastics.

It took some thought and planning to work out how to store the things we are able to recycle/re-purpose. To make it easy for you, I’m sharing my quick environmentally friendly home organising ideas to implement in your home for this Earth Day.

Simplify Household Management:

Reduce food packaging – buy fruit, veg, meats and fish from your local shops or ‘Too Good to Waste’ boxes from Lidl. These often come with little or no packaging. If this is not practical for your household, you might like to try a veg box delivery service such as OddBox or buy or save food items using the Olio app
Recycle Food packaging – If you struggle to wash your food packaging for recycling; pop it in the dishwasher when you do a load. It might shrink a little, but it will come out clean and ready to go into the recycling bin. *
Soft plastics – place a bin or bag in the kitchen to capture films, bags and other soft plastics. When full, pop into your shopping bag ready to drop at the supermarket
Paper, cardboard, plastics, tins – Place small recycling bins next to waste bins in the kitchen, bathroom and where ever you open post. This will help you to separate recycling at source and you can then easily pop them in your wheelie bin for curb-side collection
Share postage packaging – boxes, bubble wrap and other packaging can be re-used but you may not have the need or space to store it. Check Packshare to find local small businesses who can re-use your packaging
Contact lenses and packaging – if your household use contact lenses you’ll know it can generate a lot of waste. Keep a small bin in the bathroom for contact lense waste and drop at your local opticians store or post to Vision Direct
Glass – have a glass recycling bin in the kitchen or a container outside in a shed/garage to store until curb-side collection day
Old batteries – keep a glass or plastic food container for old batteries (tape the ends of ensure that batteries can’t touch ends and cause sparks). Drop these off at local shops offering recycling or at your local household recycling centre
Bathroom products – Designate a container to store old toothpaste tubes, and toiletries and makeup packaging, and when full drop off at your local supermarket or Boots recycling point (you can even sign up to receive Boots Ad Card points when you recycle)
Medicine blister packs – if you use medicines and vitamins, designate a box or bag for empty packs and drop-off at your local Boots or Superdrug pharmacy for recycling
Other household items – check the Terracycle website to find local recycling points for other items you might recycle

Eco-friendly Decluttering:

Remember, when decluttering, you want to remove items from your home within a day of doing your declutter, if you can. If not, schedule a date and time to move them on soon. You don’t want your decluttered items to become clutter by hanging around your home or car boot for months.

Decluttering Clothes:

Clothes donations/sharing – Donate at charity shops, clothing schemes such as Sharewear, a local clothing bank if out of hours, or use websites such as Freecycle, Freegle, Facebook marketplace or Olio to share items locally for free
Textile recycling – charities can sell damaged items as rags. Label these and drop at a charity shop or household recycling centre
Items to sell – this has to be worth your while (do a search to check for high value, in-demand items), take photos immediately and diarise a deadline by which you will donate if not sold. Find a temporary home for these items whilst they are up for sale so that they don’t clutter your home

Decluttering Linens and Towels:

Bedlinen – can be donated or recycled as per clothes above
Blankets and towels – can be donated or recycled as above. Also vets, animal shelters and pet groomers often accept old towels and/or blankets
Pillows and duvets – Dunelm’s Textile take-back scheme accepts pillows and duvets

Decluttering Electricals, metals and cables:

Donate old computers, printers, tablets – search online for schemes that can refurbish and distribute old equipment to schools in the UK or abroad. Ensure that you remove old personal data from your machines before passing them on
Games consoles and games – companies that resell these include Computer Exchange, Ziffit and Music Magpie. Check their websites to see if yours is accepted
Old mobile phones – some old mobile phones can be sold to the above companies (remember to remove your old personal data). Alternatively household recycling centres will take old tech and break them down into their component materials
Metals, electricals, cables, old tech – keep a jar or box in a cupboard to gather together bits and bobs for the household recycling centre. Factory reset, and/or remove and smash up computer hard drives to remove any personal data.

Damaged Items:

Broken jewellery, clothes, electricals, etc – your local repair café may be able to help repair items and prolong their life – find out about Beeston Repair Café here, check Eventbrite or your local news

Eco-friendly Storage Tips:

Re-use containers you have at home – old food containers are great as first aid boxes, for handy DIY tools or stationary equipment. Shoe boxes make great drawer dividers for underwear
Re-purpose boxes – mobile phone boxes and old food containers are great to help keep drawers tidy and stop contents flying around
Buy storage for a specific purpose and choose quality that will last. Wait until you have decluttered an area and understand what you need to store and the space you want to organise, rather than buying storage before you start. Ensure you measure the space and the items you intend to store so that the area is fit for purpose and lasts.

If you’d like advice to organise your home to support your household whilst reducing your environmental impact, I’m here to help.

Book a Free Enquiry Call with Laura

Find out more about OrganisedWell Home Organising Services here.

Five Clever Ways to Let go of Unwanted Possessions with Ease

Many of my clients find it challenging to release the possessions that they no longer use or love, so this guest blog by Anna, from Anna Finn Wellbeing, introduces us to 5 strategies that can help us let go of possessions with ease.

We often consider letting go of items we no longer use only when we become acutely aware of the negative effects of owning too many items.

We may feel:

Overwhelmed
Unable to make even simple decisions
Being cross and over-critical with ourselves

And more.

It may even be the case that we do not recognise those symptoms, but those around us do, and their remarks about our negativity may add to the stress as well.

We may be told to ‘Just get rid of this!’, but even thinking about it can seem stressful to us, no matter how much we try and figure out how to be at peace with letting go. It may even result in shedding some tears as we struggle to control our emotional state.

But it really does not have to be this way.

Our brains can be clever at prioritising when there is a beneficial perspective presented to us, and so we can take advantage of that.

Let’s take a look at 5 different ways to release items with ease

1. Picture the space easy to navigate through

Visualise the space as you wish to have it. Imagine yourself there, using the space with ease.

You may be pleasantly surprised to realise that you have wished to have that kind of space for a long time and achieving it could mean a lot to you and others

2. Imagine the area oozing with the ambience of ease

This could be a true winner, as getting in touch with positive feelings about an action can also result in you feeling good about yourself.

3. Daydream about being proud of yourself for achieving what you hadn’t achieved in a while

Our brains do not recognise the difference between actual and imagined reality. We daydream a lot when we are kids and reconnecting with this fun and relaxing activity could bring you a sense of enjoyment back into your life

4. Utilise your aspiration to help others

We often automatically wish to be kind to others, sometimes even without thinking.

Utilising this learnt responsibility in order to help ourselves at times when we are struggling to do something can free us from feeling too uncomfortable to take action.

So, if it is easier to think that giving away pieces of clothes or furniture, or anything else you have not used for a long time, this may help you let go of those items with greater ease.

5. Give yourself permission to invite newness into your life

Living with a sense of wanting to maintain sameness in our lives can be stifling.

It has been proven that our brains benefit from a balance of both familiarity and variety, as it can contribute to keeping our outlook fresh in our everyday life.

So, if you give yourself permission to feel good about owning something new that could replace several old items, this could not only override the negative feeling of letting go but actually bring joy of the newness that you would invite into your world.

Taking many big actions towards letting go of things we have owned for a long time can feel overwhelming. But if you utilise the above clever ways to take small steps in the direction of inviting more ease into your life this could help you on many levels. It could not only help you start to feel proud of yourself, but also potentially find yourself be complimented for your fresh attitude by others.

Anna Finn is a coach and therapist who helps people struggling with stress and overwhelm.

She teaches practical tools and empowers people to find calm and move forward with confidence. Anna is available for online and in-person sessions at her clinics in Beeston, Nottingham and Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire.

If you’d like to hear more from Anna she is currently offering a complimentary relaxation recording when you sign-up here to receive her regular emails.

You might also be interested in reading Can Decluttering be Good for Your Mental Health?

Simplify Your Life in 2025: Effective Decluttering Tips

The start of the year is the traditional time to make New Year’s Resolutions. It’s a fresh start that provides the opportunity for transformation and to achieve big goals.

But I’m not a big fan of New Year’s resolutions. We often set ourselves several, unrealistic targets, or have lofty ideas of making big lifestyle changes then struggle to keep up. By February, we’ve already given up and feel a failure. Instead of setting potentially unrealistic resolutions, why not aim for achievable aspirations, then work towards them across the year.

Whether you want to feel better organised at home or to create more time and energy to focus on activities that are important to you, decluttering your home will help you achieve your goals.

Decluttering enables you to create more space; both physical and mental head space and to focus on what’s important to you.

I’m not suggesting you have to embark on a year-long decluttering project, but creating a plan, taking action now, and some regular maintenance, will get you reaping these benefits straight away.

The Benefits of Decluttering

There are so many great benefits to decluttering your home. They include physical, emotional and practical benefits;

more physical space when you remove the items you no longer need
more emotional energy. You feel lighter and can focus when you free yourself of the possessions you were holding onto but no longer serve you
calmer rooms that feel inviting and free of clutter
more storage for the things you do use
less stuff to clean, maintain and manage, saving you time and money
greater awareness of the things that you love and need in your life, and things you don’t

My Top Decluttering Tips For Your February Declutter:

Key rooms: focus on areas that will have the biggest impact in your home. Pick one of these rooms and start working; hallway, kitchen, lounge, bedroom, bathroom
Quick wins: pick out items you didn’t use or love having around last year – appliances, gadgets, ornaments, wall art, clothes, shoes, accessories are good categories to look at. Pick a category and set yourself a timer; spend 10 mins finding items to remove
Start small: focus on discrete locations that you can review quickly. The miscellaneous junk drawer, food cupboard, shoe cupboard, wardrobe, TV cabinet, underneath the bed. These locations will all yield objects that no longer serve you and will easily free up space for the things you do need and love.

New Year Decluttering – What To Do With Your Decluttered Things

It’s important that you quickly release the items you declutter from your home so that you can enjoy the benefits of your work. Items that are still in a condition to be used can be passed on through selling, sharing locally or donating. For items that can’t be handed you may find a way to recycle end up in landfill as many items can be recycled if they can’t be handed on.

Donate Items

It feels great to support a charity whilst giving your items a second life. Charity shops enable customers to browse, inspect items and are known for offering real bargains so are likely to have better luck selling your decluttered things. Charity shops will take a surprising range of things, including electricals.

You may know friends or family who can use the items you no longer want but do invite them to say no if they won’t use them; you don’t want to pass on your clutter. Local community groups are also a great resource, social media groups or organisations such as Freegle, Freecycle or other exchange sites are good examples. Dog groomers and pet shelters also appreciate old towels and blankets.

Sell High Value Items

If you have the time you might want to attempt to sell some of your decluttered items. This can be a great way to make some bonus money however do consider whether it’s worth the investment of time. The income you will make depends on a number of factors including whether there is demand for the item, whether it’s popular in the current season, it’s condition and so on. If it’s a small ticket item, difficult to sell online (compared with in a shop where it can be inspected), difficult to post, or will take up valuable space in your home whilst waiting to be sold, you will be better off giving it away straight away.

Recycle What You Can

Your local household recycling centre, Terracycle, some charities and many retailers take a wide range of items to be recycled. Do an internet search to find local providers or postal addresses.

Get started with your declutter and feel the benefits today

If you are keen to get started and want some guidance, try my free Decluttering Checklist and start making progress now! Download your free declutter checklist here.

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