The Only Rule of Minimalism? Make It Your Own 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to this week’s blog—where we wrap up our February series on debunking the myth of hard rules in minimalism and decluttering. If you’ve been following along, you know that minimalism isn’t about rigid restrictions or fitting into someone else’s idea of simplicity.  So today, I’m here [...]

Declutter Your Mind and Your Space: A New Year, A New You 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to the extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. The New Year is a time for fresh starts, and one of the most powerful ways to reset is by decluttering—not just your physical space but also your mind. Both are deeply connected, and [...]

By |2025-01-13T00:06:30+00:00January 17th, 2025|15-Minute Decluttering, 15-Minute Decluttering burst method, 8 Decluttering Methods., decluttering tips, how to declutter, minimalism and decluttering, Minimalist Decluttering|Comments Off on Declutter Your Mind and Your Space: A New Year, A New You 

Start Fresh: 5 Transformative Habits for a More Intentional Life in 2025 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to the extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. The New Year is the perfect time to start fresh and embrace habits that bring more clarity, peace, and intention to your life. If you’re ready to simplify your routines and prioritize what truly [...]

From Chaos to Calm: Creating a New Year Sanctuary 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to this extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. As the New Year begins, many of us feel inspired to reset and refresh. What better way to start than by transforming your home into a sanctuary—a peaceful retreat from life’s chaos? Decluttering isn’t [...]

Decluttering as Self-Care: The Path to a Balanced Life 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to this extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. As we start the New Year, there’s no better time to explore the connection between decluttering and self-care. While we often associate self-care with activities like exercise or meditation, decluttering your home and mind [...]

Letting Go of Emotional Clutter: Start the Year with a Clear Mind 

Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to the extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. Today, we’re diving into a topic that goes beyond physical spaces: emotional clutter. As we embrace the New Year, many of us focus on decluttering our homes, but how often do we think about [...]

By |2024-12-10T19:15:31+00:00December 13th, 2024|15-Minute Decluttering, 15-Minute Decluttering burst method, 8 Decluttering Methods., decluttering tips, how to declutter, minimalism and decluttering, Minimalist Decluttering|Comments Off on Letting Go of Emotional Clutter: Start the Year with a Clear Mind 

Closet Decluttering: 5 Key Questions to Curate Your Wardrobe 

[Embed YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/Kzz69WVV3Fo]  https://youtu.be/Kzz69WVV3Fo Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to the extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. In this blog, we’ll dive deeper into five essential questions to help you edit your closet effectively and build a wardrobe that makes you feel amazing. It’s September, which [...]

Conquer Clutter Magnets: 5 Tips to Keep Your Home Tidy and Organized 

https://youtu.be/qEse-Dq0TO0 Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome back to the companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series, where I share five decluttering tips in five minutes to help you simplify your life. Today, we’re tackling one of the sneakiest sources of household clutter: clutter magnets. Even in the tidiest homes, [...]

Staying Motivated to Declutter: 5 Tips to Keep You on Track 

https://youtu.be/u87nNj1FBqg Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome to this extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series. Here, we go beyond the quick tips to dive deeper into strategies that can help you stay motivated on your decluttering journey. If you’re struggling with getting started or staying on track, you’re [...]

By |2024-11-15T05:08:29+00:00November 15th, 2024|15-Minute Decluttering, 15-Minute Decluttering burst method, 8 Decluttering Methods., decluttering tips, how to declutter, minimalism and decluttering, quick start decluttering|Comments Off on Staying Motivated to Declutter: 5 Tips to Keep You on Track 

Minimalist Parenting: Decluttering Tips to Instill Minimalist Values in Your Kids 

https://youtu.be/MkKvSuf-8Ms Hi, I’m Rita Wilkins, the Downsizing Designer, and welcome back to the extended companion blog to my “Five in Five” video series, where I provide five expert decluttering tips in just five minutes. Here, we dive a little deeper into each tip, giving you even more insight and strategies for simplifying your life. Today’s [...]

By |2024-11-08T05:33:43+00:00November 8th, 2024|15-Minute Decluttering, 15-Minute Decluttering burst method, 8 Decluttering Methods., decluttering tips, how to declutter, minimalism and decluttering, Minimalist Decluttering, quick start decluttering|Comments Off on Minimalist Parenting: Decluttering Tips to Instill Minimalist Values in Your Kids 
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