Downsizing in your 70s posts by Rita Wilkins. Rita is a renowned expert in decluttering and minimalism, empowering individuals to simplify their lives through practical tips and resources, while also captivating audiences as a professional speaker and author.

5 Extreme Decluttering Tricks That Will Simplify Your Life

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer It seems like we’re always looking for different tricks or hacks to make our lives easier. There are two questions I get asked the most when it comes to downsizing and decluttering… Where do I start? People are often so overwhelmed by the amount of clutter. The task of [...]

By |2026-05-05T15:36:01+00:00October 21st, 2021|8 Decluttering Methods., decluttering tips, downsizing, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, lifestyle, simplicity, simplify your life|Comments Off on 5 Extreme Decluttering Tricks That Will Simplify Your Life
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Declutter Your Life Today 

Baby Boomers, Are You Ready To Declutter Your Life?  A cluttered home can feel messy and overwhelming. Maybe you’re ready to get rid of some of the clutter but you aren’t sure how to begin. If you’re ready to declutter your life, I can help. My name is Rita Wilkins and some know me as the Downsizing Designer. I [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:05:25+00:00October 14th, 2021|8 Decluttering Methods., decluttering tips, design ideas, downsizing after retirement, downsizing in your 70s, how to utilize space in your house, redecorating tips, Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer.|Comments Off on Declutter Your Life Today 
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How And Why to Start Downsizing This Fall

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer Have you been thinking about downsizing? Has it been on your mind for quite a while… even though you may not be downsizing for a few months or even a few years from now? Did you know that fall might actually be one of the best times to start [...]

By |2026-05-05T15:26:03+00:00October 8th, 2021|Aging in place, baby boomer downsizing, Baby Boomers, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, how do i get rid of stuff, how to downsize|Comments Off on How And Why to Start Downsizing This Fall
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When To Start Decluttering 

Downsize And Declutter With Help From The Downsizing Designer  Many baby boomers are now reaching a point in their lives when they’re ready to downsize their lives. A lifetime of clutter has accumulated in your home and that clutter makes your home feel messy and stressful. If this description matches your experience, know that you are not [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:05:24+00:00October 7th, 2021|8 Decluttering Methods., challenges of downsizing, decluttering tips, design ideas, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, how do i get rid of stuff, how to downsize, how to utilize space in your house, Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer.|Comments Off on When To Start Decluttering 
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3 Unexpected Emotional Benefits of Downsizing and Decluttering

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer For those of you who follow me on social media, listened to my Ted talk, or read my book, Downsize Your Life Upgrade Your Lifestyle: Secrets to More Time Money and Freedom, you know how much I love speaking about and writing about the impact of living with less [...]

By |2026-05-05T15:34:34+00:00September 23rd, 2021|baby boomer downsizing, Baby Boomers, decluttering tips, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips|Comments Off on 3 Unexpected Emotional Benefits of Downsizing and Decluttering
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Now That We’ve Decluttered Our Home, We Don’t Want to Move!

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer I had a wonderful conversation with a client the other day that I want to share with you because she shed valuable insight on the impact of decluttering your home… and what she said is so true! I first met with my clients about six months ago. They asked [...]

By |2021-09-14T13:34:49+00:00September 14th, 2021|baby boomer downsizing, Baby Boomers, decluttering tips, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, retirement, simplicity, simplify your life|1 Comment
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How to Clean Up Your Entire Life This Fall

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer Whether it is time to begin considering retirement or you are just looking for ways to simplify your life, decluttering can be a great place to start. The beginning of a new season is an excellent time to form new habits and make lifestyle changes. Here are a few [...]

By |2023-08-23T08:08:36+00:00September 13th, 2021|baby boomer downsizing, Baby Boomers, decluttering tips, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, retirement, Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer.|Comments Off on How to Clean Up Your Entire Life This Fall
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 Simplify Your Life With Downsizing 

Baby Boomers Are Simplifying Their Lives With Downsizing  Many baby boomers have realized the benefits of simplifying their lives through downsizing. Some of you, however, may feel uncertain about the whole idea of downsizing. My name is Rita Wilkins and I am the Downsizing Designer. Like you, I once found myself in a position where I had to make a [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:05:21+00:00September 9th, 2021|decluttering tips, design ideas, design trends, downsizing, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, empty nest, how do i get rid of stuff, how to downsize, how to utilize space in your house, Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer.|Comments Off on  Simplify Your Life With Downsizing 
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6 Lifestyle Design Trends That Will Impact the Way You Live in Retirement

By Rita Wilkins The Downsizing Designer Face it, none of us are getting any younger. The pandemic shifted many of our priorities and helped us to focus on what really matters. It changed the way we live our lives right now and how we want to live our lives in the future. As an interior [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:13:36+00:00September 7th, 2021|Aging in place, Baby Boomers, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, lifestyle|Comments Off on 6 Lifestyle Design Trends That Will Impact the Way You Live in Retirement
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How To Make Downsizing Easy

How Downsizing Can Help You Get Ready For Retirement  More and more baby boomers are reaching a point where they’re eager to begin retirement. Retirement age is also the age many baby boomers begin to seriously consider downsizing. For many, however, the idea of downsizing is overwhelming. Where do you even start? How do you know which [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:05:20+00:00September 2nd, 2021|baby boomer downsizing, decluttering tips, design ideas, downsizing after retirement, downsizing for baby boomers, downsizing in your 70s, downsizing tips, how do i get rid of stuff, living in smaller spaces|Comments Off on How To Make Downsizing Easy
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