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The Link Between Self-Care And Decluttering

Is Your Cluttered Home Causing You Distress? 

Are you tired of seeing clutter everywhere you look in your home? Do you wish you could find the things you need day-to-day easier? Do you wish you didn’t have to sift through clutter every time you just wanted a pen, a flashlight, or some other necessary device? Consider this: you don’t have to live with clutter. You can get rid of clutter and make your life easier through decluttering. 

Hey, it’s Rita here. You know as the Downsizing Designer I’ve been dedicated to helping people like you learn the power of decluttering. I’m using my decluttering knowledge to give you the decluttering tips and advice you need. How? With my unique decluttering materials. 

Decluttering Checklists, Minimalist Tips, And More 

You don’t have to sift through the research on your own. I’ve collected all my decluttering knowledge – including different decluttering methods, how to get started decluttering, and how to stay motivated decluttering – in a series of materials that are easy for you to access and read at your leisure. Decluttering checklists provide a quick introduction to decluttering. My workbooks are more detailed. For a more thorough lesson on decluttering, you can try my online course or my ebook. 

Decluttering Is Self-Care 

Believe it or not, decluttering and self-care are linked. Self-care is the practice of prioritizing your well-being – including both your physical and mental health. Clutter acts as an obstacle to self-care. When you declutter, you take control of your environment. You can create a sense of calm to combat stress. You can more easily improve your physical and mental health in a decluttered space. 

Try These Decluttering Materials Today 

Don’t want to have to decide which decluttering materials are right for you? Look no further – my minimalist, decluttering bundle is the right choice for you. You get 1 complete online decluttering course, 2 decluttering workbooks, 1 decluttering eBook, and 2 decluttering checklists when you choose my Decluttering Quick-Start Bundle. Get yours today! 

Rita Wilkins Offers Lifestyle Design And Interior Design Services  

Do you want to learn more about downsizing and decluttering? Call Design Services LTD at 302-475-5663 to discuss your design needs. You can also connect with me by following me on Facebook and LinkedIn. Would you like complimentary advice from the downsizing designer? You can schedule a complimentary 30-minute call with me today. My book Downsize Your Life, Upgrade Your Lifestyle: Secrets to More Time, Money, and Freedom is now available in paperback, audio, and on Kindle! Get your copy soon. 

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Lifestyle Trend Goes Mainstream as Baby Boomers Embrace Minimalism

BY RITA WILKINS JANUARY 27, 2023 LIFESTYLE

There’s a cultural shift taking place right before our eyes. The generation that created consumerism is now embracing the idea of choosing to live with less… much less!

For years, baby boomers’ big wallets and significant disposable income allowed them to buy big houses, fill them up with lots of beautiful stuff, then to buy even bigger houses, and fill them up with even more stuff… and so it continued.

But as we’ve gotten older and a little wiser, and as we enter a new phase of our lives, many baby boomers are adopting minimalism as a lifestyle choice because they’ve discovered that less can really mean more.

Less stuff, more freedom. More freedom, more life. Less clutter, simpler life. Simpler life, more happiness.

When you hear the word minimalism, you might naturally think of millennials, not baby boomers.

But a fast-growing trend within the baby boomer generation is to learn how to live abundantly with less… a lot less.

While the minimalist lifestyle spans across many generations, it is a relatively new concept to baby boomers, who, for years, adopted a consumer lifestyle of “bigger, better, more.”

We Have Learned

Many of us have learned a little bit about minimalism from our own adult children, who are extremely selective about what they allow into their homes and their lives. We may have even experienced a resounding “no” when we offered them some of our stuff as we decluttered our basements and attics. 

Perhaps turned off by growing up in homes with an overabundance of stuff, the younger generations have clearly identified what they deem essential, and they also have the courage and willpower to say “no” to what’s not necessary or useful. 

Our generation is finally starting to realize that having excessive amounts of stuff not only creates clutter, disorder, and chaos in our homes and in our lives, but that stuff can also feel empty and meaningless. Many boomers have started to realize that when they intentionally remove the excess and unnecessary stuff, they free up time, money, and energy to focus on what matters most to them.

The days of spending so much of our time, money, and energy on accumulating “more” seems to be dissipating. Instead, we are beginning to discover what our kids knew all along… LESS IS MORE!

5 Key Factors Contributing to the Cultural Shift to Living with LessThe Decluttering Movement

Marie Kondo’s book and Netflix show, Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing, has had a major influence on people of all ages to live with less, and to embrace minimalism. In her book, Kondo encourages us to remove anything from our home that doesn’t spark joy.

The Pandemic

The Covid lockdown challenged baby boomers to rethink their priorities. Many were forced out of their jobs, while others opted for early retirement. 

In an effort to make their savings last longer, many baby boomers decided to declutter their large homes, downsize, and move to smaller homes to reduce expenses and live a simpler, more fulfilling life.

Aging and Mortality 

The pandemic also forced us to face our own mortality. Realizing that they were much happier not working, many baby boomers discovered new ways to live their best life right now while they still could. 

Many chose to sell their big homes and downsize so they could live closer to their children and grandchildren. They chose meaningful experiences with their family and loved ones over the big house and the big mortgage.

Life Circumstances

When our lives change, so must we change and adapt.

Divorce, death of a spouse, caregiving, and declining health are just a few situations we are faced with in our daily lives. 

By choosing to sell the family, homestead, declutter, and downsize to a smaller, more affordable, and manageable home is often what’s necessary to restore some semblance of calm in stressful life-changing situations.

Lifestyle Choice

Many boomers are just plain tired of the mental, physical, and financial burden of their once-beloved large homes and properties. 

They are ready to let go of much of the stuff that weighs them down and prevents them from living the life they really want… a lifestyle that provides more mobility, flexibility, and a lot less responsibility.

They can then choose to spend their time on what matters most to them: their relationships, experiences, health, and passions that light them up.

Fortunately, it’s not too late. 

We’ve Learned Much from Our Life ExperiencesMore stuff doesn’t make us happier.Too much stuff gets in the way of the more fulfilling life we could be living.Stuff is just stuff and it’s no longer as important to us as it once was.

An overabundance of stuff causes clutter and clutter comes with a cost to our health, well-being, and overall happiness… a cost, that at this stage of our lives, we cannot afford to pay. 

Knowing that we have fewer years ahead of us than we do behind us, it’s not at all surprising that we want to:

MAXIMIZE our life experiences, and MINIMIZE our excess clutter.

The trend towards minimalism, to travel light, and to pare down our possessions to only what we need, love, and will use is the natural offshoot of the wisdom gained from years of overindulging and overspending.

Settle for LESS

It’s only natural that we want to settle for less in our third act.… not less life, just less stuff so we can focus on what matters most. 

The cultural shift and trend towards minimalism for boomers is an example of our shifting values as we age and how we are choosing to spend our time, money, energy, and resources.

At one point in our lives, we likely chose to buy more because it gave us pleasure, and we enjoyed it… the big house, the beautiful designer furniture, and the dinner table. 

But at some point, perhaps not too long ago, we acknowledged that all of that stuff was just stuff. 

It felt empty. It felt superficial.

The never-ending desire for “more” robbed us of precious time and resources. 

The vicious cycle of buying “more” promised happiness, but never really fulfilled that promise.

As a baby boomer myself who has decluttered and downsized and who now speaks nationally on the impact of living with less, I’m not at all surprised that baby boomers are embracing the freedom of less. 

It’s our third act, and by choosing to say goodbye to the emptiness of material possessions, we are saying hello to a richer, more abundant life.

We are going from a life full of stuff to a life filled with meaning.

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A Minimalist’s Top 3 Tips When Cleaning Out Your Parents’ Home

By Rita Wilkins
The Downsizing Designer

Do you have friends or family members who have experienced cleaning out their parents’ home after they passed away? If you have, you probably heard many stories from them about how difficult it was because they were not only grieving the loss of their loved one but they were also tasked with clearing out a lifetime of belongings while still running their own homes and lives.

Many of them were probably so overwhelmed and emotional at that time that it was just easier for them to bring many of their parents’ things back to their own home, or to put them in the storage unit until they could deal with it “someday.”

Years later, many complain that the furniture and boxes from their parents’ home are still sitting in their basement, their attic, and the garage… or they continue to pay for a storage unit to house the things they did not deal with at the time.

Fast forward…

You didn’t deal with it, so now, your kids have to not only deal with your things but also your parents’ things… and chances are many of your parents’ belongings will end up just getting thrown away.

Not a pretty picture or subject that we like to talk about, but one we all have to face whether we like it or not.

So how DO you honor your parents, and their lifetime of possessions, while also respecting yourself and your own home… especially if you are trying to declutter and downsize? So how DO you clean out your parents’ home without filling up your OWN home?

For sure, clearing your parents’ home after they die, is one of the hardest things for us to do in our lifetime. 

But if you follow these 3 minimalist tips or principles, they will help you create a foundation for a better decision-making process. 

In the long run, during this very emotional time of your life, these principles will help you avoid the mistake of cluttering your own home with things you don’t want, need, or will not use.

3 Top Minimalist Tips When Cleaning Out Your Parents’ Home1.    Commit to your own values and what matters most to you

If you are trying to downsize and declutter your own home if you are committed to living with less, why bring things into your home that cause additional clutter?

Be firm about what you allow into your home.Bring only the things that really matter to you and will add value to your life.

For example:

Ask yourself if you really need all of that extra furniture, the accessories, etc. or would it be a better choice to keep just that one special chair that your dad used to read in every night? It’s a chair you like and would use every day.

2.    Set boundaries and prioritize what you need and what will fit into your existing home or new smaller home

Get real about just how much space you have before allowing anything more into your home. 

Having a list of what you could use as you go through your parents’ things, you will be able to make better decisions about whether it fits or not.

3.    Make intentional decisions

Have the confidence and self-assurance to say “No.”

When you know what you value (like living with less and having a less cluttered life)When you set priorities and boundaries about what you will allow into your home…

You will have the confidence to be true to yourself and not be influenced by outside pressure to say yes to things you don’t want, don’t need, or will not use.

This will provide true freedom to live the life you really want, free from unwanted clutter and excess stuff. 

It will allow you to experience far less stress and overwhelm during a very difficult time of your life. You will know that you have honored your parents and their memories when you surround yourself with only the items you need and will use. 

These fewer items will serve as reminders of your loved ones each day while helping you avoid the undue stress of additional clutter in your own home.

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Decluttering Is Self-Care!

Are You Prioritizing Self-Care? 

In the hustle and bustle of everyday living, it’s easy to let a few balls drop every now and then. Unfortunately, for many, the ball that gets dropped time and time again is self-care. Remember – even when you’re at your most busy, it’s important to take care of yourself. Self-care is how you promote good physical and mental health so you can enjoy many happy, healthy years to come. 

Hi, it’s Rita. Your Downsizing Designer is here with a bit of advice. If you want to prioritize self-care this year, here’s one way you can do it: by decluttering your home! A cluttered home promotes stress. Clutter makes it difficult to keep a home clean. Get rid of unnecessary, unwanted clutter today! 

How Can I Get Started Decluttering? 

Getting started is often an obstacle for those who are ready to declutter. It doesn’t have to be, though! I’ve prepared a wealth of decluttering materials – including decluttering checklists, decluttering workbooks, etc. – to help you get started now! 

One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Decluttering Methods 

One thing to keep in mind when you start self-care through decluttering is that what works for someone else may not work for you. We all have our own styles when it comes to decluttering. Achieving the minimalist lifestyle you long for depends on finding the right decluttering method. 

This Quick-Start Decluttering Bundle Helps You Figure Out Your Decluttering Style 

The Downsizing Designer has made it easy for you to learn about decluttering. My decluttering materials help you get started decluttering and teach you how to stay motivated as you declutter. My Decluttering Quick-Start Bundle can help you find the method that works best for you today! This bundle includes all the decluttering materials you could want – such as 1 complete online decluttering course, 2 decluttering workbooks, 1 decluttering ebook, and 2 decluttering checklists. Get yours today! 

Rita Wilkins Offers Lifestyle Design And Interior Design Services  

Do you want to learn more about downsizing and decluttering? Call Design Services LTD at 302-475-5663 to discuss your design needs. You can also connect with me by following me on Facebook and LinkedIn. Would you like complimentary advice from the downsizing designer? You can schedule a complimentary 30-minute call with me today. My book Downsize Your Life, Upgrade Your Lifestyle: Secrets to More Time, Money, and Freedom is now available in paperback, audio, and on Kindle! Get your copy soon. 

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Life After Decluttering: Starting Over in Retirement

By Rita Wilkins
The Downsizing Designer

Isn’t it interesting that for years you’ve looked forward to retirement? You’ve planned for it.

You get excited at the thought of new adventures ahead, a new lifestyle that might include sleeping in, controlling your own schedule, and having time to do what you want when you want.

You’ve even prepared your home for a simpler life in retirement.You’ve decluttered your basement, your attic, your garage, and every single closet.You’ve got rid of those boxes that have been sitting around for years.You’ve pared down all of your things to only what you need, use, and love.

It might’ve taken a while to get it all done, but it was worth it!

You’re now reaping the benefits of life after decluttering.

But then as the time comes closer and retirement is just around the corner, you start to have second thoughts:

Are you doing the right thing?What will you do with all of that extra time?Will you get bored?What will give your life meaning and purpose if you’re not working?

Does this sound familiar to you?

Are you getting cold feet when it comes to starting a whole new life in retirement? 

If you are, you’re not alone. One of the biggest challenges that baby boomers face is how to start over when they retire.

Just for a moment, think back on your own life, and remind yourself of how many other life changes and transitions you’ve already successfully maneuvered.

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You might also have had to deal with other life changes such as:

Loss of a job, loss of a parent, caregiving for a parent

All of these life changes have given you plenty of experience. Each one of these life events required you to change, adapt, learn, and grow.

Starting over in retirement is just one more opportunity to begin again. And this time, you might even consider it a catalyst to reimagine and reinvent yourself and your lifestyle so you can live your best life yet!

Starting over in retirement is an opportunity for you to reassess your life.What’s working, and what’s not working?What do you want more of?What do you want less of?Starting over in retirement is an opportunity for you to reevaluate your priorities.

Take time to discern what’s most important to you now at this time of your life.

Live closer to your kids and grandkids so you’ll be able to participate in their lives.Travel to places you’ve been dreaming of for a very long time.Write that book, take those classes, whatever it is that’s been on your list.As our lives change so do our priorities and our goals.

And the reality is… we’re living longer.

We’re not done yet!

We want to make the most of the years we have left on this earth

to find meaning, purpose, and fulfillment,to be productive and useful,to leave an impact.

So, it’s time to celebrate and get excited about a new life in retirement.

Rather than being afraid of change, think of this stage of life as an adventure, as an opportunity to create the life, you’ve always wanted.

Here are a few ideas that will help you prepare for the ride of your life!

1. Put yourself out there!

Reconnect with old friends, and make new ones.

You’ll now have more time to grow and nurture those friendships.

2. Get moving, get healthy!

Walk, run, play pickle ball, golf, and do yoga.

Whatever activity you choose, you’ll now have more time in your schedule to make it happen.

3. Do something new every single day

Walk a new pathwayChallenge yourself to join a group that interests youTry a new recipe

Doing something new each day will challenge you to keep yourself and your brain active and you never know what you might discover!

4. Never stop learning!

You might have always wanted to learn to play an instrument. Now you have time.

You might have been wanting to learn a new language and learn to tap dance, now you have time to learn and grow.

5. Travel… a lot!

So many places to go. Get out of your bucket list. Start checking it off now that you have time.

Each one of these ideas will get you going, and get you engaged. Once you start, there will be no stopping you!

Create your own list of ideas for how you can live out the vision for a fun, exciting, fulfilling, and meaningful life in retirement.

Email me at ritawilkins@ritawilkins.com. I’d love to see what’s on your list!

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Don’t Let Clutter Take Over Your Home 

A cluttered home is a stressful home. It’s time to take your home back and get rid of the clutter. When you’re ready to begin your decluttering journey, you don’t have to take those first steps on your own. You can start on the path to a decluttered, minimalist lifestyle with help today! 

Hey there – it’s Rita, your Downsizing Designer. I’m ready to help you learn how you can live a clutter-free life through decluttering tips, tricks, and techniques. I know a lot about decluttering and downsizing, and I’ve honed that knowledge into helpful decluttering checklists, workbooks, and more. 

Take Control Of Your Environment 

Decluttering is a great way to take control of the space around you. It allows you to create a sense of calm. Decluttering works as a form of self-care – allowing you to promote physical and mental wellness. Begin prioritizing your self-care now – start learning how to declutter with these helpful minimalist checklists and other materials! 

Don’t Miss Out On Limited-Time Decluttering Offers! 

Do you need a thorough lesson on how to declutter? I have just what you need. My Decluttering Quick-Start Bundle includes 1 complete online decluttering course, 2 decluttering workbooks, 1 decluttering eBook, and 2 decluttering checklists. Among these materials, you’ll find the decluttering method that’s right for you so you can get started decluttering and also stay motivated along the way! 

For a limited time, I’m offering this incredible decluttering bundle for an amazing discount! See for yourself – and begin your self-care journey of decluttering soon. 

Rita Wilkins Offers Lifestyle Design And Interior Design Services  

Do you want to learn more about downsizing and decluttering? Call Design Services LTD at 302-475-5663 to discuss your design needs. You can also connect with me by following me on Facebook and LinkedIn. Would you like complimentary advice from the downsizing designer? You can schedule a complimentary 30-minute call with me today. My book Downsize Your Life, Upgrade Your Lifestyle: Secrets to More Time, Money, and Freedom is now available in paperback, audio, and on Kindle! Get your copy soon. 

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First Steps to Take When Planning for Downsizing in Your 60s

By Rita Wilkins
The Downsizing Designer

If you are in your 60s, or if you were about to turn 60, chances are the possibility of downsizing to a smaller home in retirement has been on your mind.

Because it’s a big life-changing decision, it’s one that requires time and effort to weigh both pros and cons so you can make the right decision based on your individual preferences and circumstances.

If you do decide in favor of downsizing, it will require a lot of planning. The process of downsizing can be overwhelming, but if you understand the process itself, it will be far less overwhelming, because you can take it one step at a time.

Downsizing? 5 steps you can take right now to get started1.    Know WHY you want to… or have to downsizeRETIRING/EMPTY NESTReady for a new, simpler, and easier lifestyle.Want less space, less stuff, less maintenance.Want more time, money, freedom, and energy to pursue a new lifestyle, including travel, adventure, personal growth, and a bucket list.FINANCIALWant to, or need to reduce expenses, lower costs, and increase income and retirement savings.LIFE CHANGEHealth crisisAgingDeath of spouse or partnerDivorceVision for the life you want and where you want to live.

The life you want:

Be close to kids and grandkids.Meet new friends and join new activitiesSmaller, more affordable, and manageable home

Where you want to live:

Active community, people of similar age, likes and dislikesClose to medical facilities, doctors, retail, restaurants, public, transportation, cultural eventsWalkable community with bike paths, parks, recreationSmaller home/condo/apartmentCity? Country? Beach?US or international location? Get your FREE downloadable PDF now!3.    Explore and weigh the pros and cons of your options.Research options for types of homes, condos, and apartments, available in areas you are interested in and budget you can afford.Talk to people who live there about what they like and don’t like.Put your “toe in the water” or test-drive areas and homes/apartments that you are interested in. i.e., vacation there, rent Airbnb to try it out, or rent for six months or a year.Establish a budget and timeline to downsize.

Create a realistic budget and budget estimates for the following:

Cost of preparing your home for sale.Cost of selling your home.Cost for buying or renting a new home.Cost of moving from your existing home to your new home.Cost of purchasing any new furniture you might need or upgrades to your new home.Prepare your home for sale Declutter and purge anything you don’t want, don’t need, or will not use.Get rid of anything that won’t fit in your new smaller home using “guesstimates” based on two bedrooms, three bedrooms, etc.RepairsMake any necessary repairs to sell your home i.e., paint, cosmetic upgrades, and lighting.Stage your home for sale, and also for living in until you are ready to sell

Regardless of whether you are ready to downsize in the near future or several years from now, do yourself a favor. Take these steps now to give yourself ample time to prepare to make the best possible decision for you and the life you want to create in your retirement

If you would like a PDF of these 5 steps you can take right now to prepare for downsizing,

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Prioritize Decluttering And Self-Care This Year

It’s Not Too Late To Get A New Start – Try Decluttering And Self-Care 

Although we’re almost a month into the new year, it’s never too late to get a fresh start on taking care of yourself. If you’re tired of living with clutter, why not make this year the year you get rid of clutter? Taking care of yourself is so important – and one of the best ways to give yourself the self-care you need is to declutter your environment. 

Hi, Rita here. You never have to figure out how to get started decluttering on your own. The Downsizing Designer is here with decluttering checklists, workbooks, courses, and more to help you get started on your decluttering journey. Let me help you start decluttering as self-care. 

How Is Decluttering Self-Care? 

Self-care is simply the practice of taking action to preserve or even improve your own health. How does decluttering fit into self-care? Easily! A cluttered home often causes stress and anxiety. Cluttered homes can be frustrating, hard to get around, hard to organize, and hard to clean. Clutter is distracting and can make you lose focus. 

Decluttering allows you to improve your physical and mental health. Stress, which negatively impacts both physical and mental health, is greatly reduced when your home is decluttered. You can improve your mental health by achieving a sense of accomplishment and control when you declutter. A decluttered home is a cleaner home. Decluttering allows you to clean away dust and allergens that could make you sick. Decluttering also helps you to focus and increase productivity. 

How Do I Learn How To Get Started Decluttering? 

Learning how to get started decluttering can be easier than you think. I have 9 easy decluttering methods available for you to study. Find out which method is best for you. Or, if you want to deeper dive into decluttering that can allow you to get a quick start on decluttering, try my Decluttering Quick-Start Bundle. 

Rita Wilkins Offers Lifestyle Design And Interior Design Services  

Do you want to learn more about downsizing and decluttering? Call Design Services LTD at 302-475-5663 to discuss your design needs. You can also connect with me by following me on Facebook and LinkedIn. Would you like complimentary advice from the downsizing designer? You can schedule a complimentary 30-minute call with me today. My book Downsize Your Life, Upgrade Your Lifestyle: Secrets to More Time, Money, and Freedom is now available in paperback, audio, and on Kindle! Get your copy soon. 

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Get Started on Your 2023 Resolutions: A Minimalist Home Decluttering Checklist

By Rita Wilkins
The Downsizing Designer

Decluttering is one of the top 3 New Year’s resolutions people make each year, preceded by weight loss and exercise.

So, it’s easy to understand why people try, give up, and then show up again the following year determined to try once again.

If you are committed to winning the game of decluttering once and for all, I’ve created a free Minimalist Home Decluttering Checklist to inspire and motivate you to finally achieve your goal of decluttering your home and your life so you can live a more peaceful life with a lot less clutter.

You’re probably saying, “but I’m not a minimalist!” and that’s OK.

But I’d like you to consider that when you adopt some of the principles of minimalism while decluttering, you will likely discover that half the battle with clutter is about mindset.

When you have a winning mindset, it will help you get started and keep going on your New Year’s resolution to declutter your house, and live a simpler life with less stuff and less stress.

And chances are that in the process, you will likely discover that you need far less than you think you need!

6 minimalist guiding principles that will help you have a winning decluttering mindset as you start this journey1.    Reduce the number of items in your home to ONLY things you need and that add value to your life.

2.    Optimize your space, time, health, and life by reducing anything that distracts from a simpler, higher quality of life.

3.    Surround yourself with items that you love and use for a calm, more peaceful life.

4.    Practice gratitude daily. Be grateful for all that you have… not what you don’t have.

5.    Experience the joy of living with less, having enough, being enough and being content with all that you do have.

6.    Once you have digested the 5 key principles of minimalism, take time to discern your deep “why” for decluttering. i.e., better relationship with my family and spousei.e., more time, money, and freedom to live the life I want to live without so much stuff, weighing me down

Then….

1.    Create your vision, for what life would be like after decluttering.2.    Create a detailed plan and action steps for how you will accomplish your decluttering goals.3.    Start small, one step at a time accomplishing a little each day.4.    Get others to support you on your decluttering journey.5.    Review your vision and goals regularly.

Room by room, area by area, utilize my new Minimalist Home Decluttering Checklist.

Commit to removing any and all excess clutter in your home, and in your life that impacts your ability to live your life fully on your own terms.

When used while decluttering, these 4 words will help you make quicker and more powerful decisions.

Unused             Unwanted              Unloved        Unnecessary

Settle for less “stuff”… you’ll be glad you did!

To receive a free PDF of my new Minimalist Home Decluttering Checklist, email me at ritawilkins@ritawilkins.com

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Get Ready For Life After Decluttering

Decluttering Is Self-Care – Don’t Let Clutter Rule Your Life 

Are you frustrated with clutter in your home? Do you see clutter everywhere you look and feel overwhelmed by it? You don’t have to let clutter overtake your home. You can choose self-care and decluttering. That’s right – decluttering is a form of self-care than can help you both physically and mentally. 

Hi, it’s Rita. I’m excited to spend another year helping others by teaching them about self-care through decluttering. Decluttering may seem like an intimidating prospect if you’ve never done it before. How do you even know how to get started decluttering? How do you choose what stays and what goes? Don’t worry – the Downsizing Designer is here to help. 

What Would Life After Decluttering Look Like? 

Don’t give in to the clutter. Consider instead what a life after decluttering could look like for you. Decluttering your home is known to reduce anxiety and stress. Decluttering also leads to a sense of accomplishment and control over your environment. Imagine what it would be like to live in a home where you’ve crafted a sense of calm instead of a stressful, cluttered mess. 

Life after decluttering would also be easier on a physical, practical level. Decluttering makes it easier to get around your home. Decluttering means you’ll be able to find items that you need when you need them. Decluttering means keeping your home organized and clean – which means getting rid of allergens and dust that could negatively impact your health. 

How Can I Get Started Decluttering? 

To help you get started decluttering, I have a wide range of decluttering methods, decluttering checklists, decluttering workbooks, and more. Decluttering checklists and workbooks help you get started. You can find the right decluttering method to make decluttering easy for you. 

Find the right decluttering method today or try my Decluttering Quick-Start Bundle for a more thorough approach to learning about decluttering. 

Rita Wilkins Offers Lifestyle Design And Interior Design Services  

Do you want to learn more about downsizing and decluttering? Call Design Services LTD at 302-475-5663 to discuss your design needs. You can also connect with me by following me on Facebook and LinkedIn. Would you like complimentary advice from the downsizing designer? You can schedule a complimentary 30-minute call with me today. My book Downsize Your Life, Upgrade Your Lifestyle: Secrets to More Time, Money, and Freedom is now available in paperback, audio, and on Kindle! Get your copy soon

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