Decluttering isn’t just about making space for more stuff; it’s about clearing mental space. When the shelves are tidy and there’s room in the closets, Everyone in the family feels lighter and more at ease. No more frantic searches for scissors or struggling to find space for the holiday decorations and extra toys.
Take the Kaimanas, a family of five living in a cozy home. They spent one weekend decluttering before Christmas—sorting, donating, and tossing what had been collecting dust. The result? Their home felt fresh again. Decorating for the holidays became a celebration rather than a stress test. The best part? Their kids actually spent more time playing with the few toys they truly loved.
How to Get Started
Start small. Pick a single space—a toy bin, a closet, or that mysterious kitchen drawer everyone avoids. remember every little thing you do has an accumulative affect on your success.
Get everyone involved. Turn on some Christmas music and make it fun. Kids love a “timer challenge”—how much can we sort in ten minutes?
Think donation, not disposal. Explain to your children that their gently used toys can become gifts for other kids this season. Time to think of others and stress how much something small can light up someones life
Celebrate the clear spaces! Treat the family to cocoa and cookies once you’re done.
Santa slides down the chimney in a few weeks, give your home the gift of breathing room. A decluttered space means more peace, more joy, and more magic when the big day arrives. Plus, you won’t have to panic when grandma’s extra-large “surprise” gift appears under the tree.
Christmas is coming and no time like now to jump in and just start!
