Uncategorized 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 Quick Wins for Summer Projects You Haven’t Started Yet

Remember all those chores you swore you’d tackle this summer… but haven’t even started yet?You’re not alone. Summer is meant for fun and relaxation, but it’s also the season when those well-intended projects, like cleaning out the garage, get pushed aside. Instead of beating yourself up for what you haven’t done, focus on what you [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:16+00:00August 12th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on 5 Quick Wins for Summer Projects You Haven’t Started Yet

Stop Saving the Best for Someday: Wear the dress. Use the good china. Live now.

A love letter to every woman—regardless of age—who’s been waiting too long to truly live. The Wake-Up Call: Someday isn’t a day of the week. How many times have you caught yourself saying: One day I’ll take that trip with my best friend. I’ll use the good china when I have company. I’ll wear that [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:15+00:00August 9th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Stop Saving the Best for Someday: Wear the dress. Use the good china. Live now.

If You’ve Tried Decluttering 100 Times Before and Failed… Here’s What You Might Have Been Missing

Let’s be honest. You’ve tried before. You might even be whispering something like this to yourself:“This weekend, I’m finally going to declutter the garage.” Only to find yourself eight hours later, sitting on a dusty folding chair, flipping through old birthday cards from 1993—surrounded by bins labeled “miscellaneous” and “keep (for now).” You’re not alone. [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:14+00:00August 5th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on If You’ve Tried Decluttering 100 Times Before and Failed… Here’s What You Might Have Been Missing

Dear Baby Boomer, Please Don’t Downsize Until You Read This

The survival guide for what to keep, toss, and stop arguing about(+ 3 mistakes I’ll never make again!) Let me guess.You’re in your 60s or 70s, sipping your morning coffee, staring at a house that somehow expanded to hold your entire life story. And now it’s time to shrink it all down. Downsizing—something you’ve talked [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:13+00:00August 2nd, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Dear Baby Boomer, Please Don’t Downsize Until You Read This

Decluttering Is Easy… Until You Touch the Past

Have you ever noticed that decluttering feels easy—until you touch the things that remind you of who you used to be? At first, you’re ready. Even excited!It’s raining outside—perfect weather for a decluttering session.You’ve got the donation bags ready, your favorite playlist playing, and yes… you’re wearing your comfiest stretchy pants. You open the closet, [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:12+00:00July 29th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Decluttering Is Easy… Until You Touch the Past

Summer Decluttering Survival Guide for the Whole Family

How to clear the clutter, keep the peace, and maybe even have fun doing it! Who is this for anyway?! One of my viewers recently shared a hilarious story that inspired this video and blog. “It was a beautiful summer Saturday—birds chirping, sun shining—and I had what I thought was a brilliant idea: Let’s tackle [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:11+00:00July 26th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Summer Decluttering Survival Guide for the Whole Family

When Stuff Keeps Sneaking In: How to Create Boundaries That Protect Your Space 

You declutter. You organize. You simplify. And yet—new stuff keeps showing up. Gifts. Amazon orders. School papers. Hobby supplies. Souvenirs. Sales you couldn’t resist. If it feels like your home has a revolving door, you’re not alone. This blog is for when the clutter isn’t old—it’s new. It’s incoming. It’s the result of life still [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:04:35+00:00July 25th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on When Stuff Keeps Sneaking In: How to Create Boundaries That Protect Your Space 

But What If I Forget? How to Let Go of Your Child’s Artwork Without Losing the Memories

I still remember the day I opened a dusty box labeled “My Boys’ Artwork.”It had been tucked away in the back of a closet for years. Inside were crayon-scribbled family portraits, painted paper plates turned into masks, and a folded construction paper card that read: “Happy Mother’s Day to the best mom ever.” Suddenly, I [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:10+00:00July 22nd, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on But What If I Forget? How to Let Go of Your Child’s Artwork Without Losing the Memories

Maintaining a Decluttered Home: How to Build Daily Rhythms That Stick 

  Decluttering is powerful. But maintaining a decluttered space—that’s transformational. Too many people do the hard work of clearing the clutter, only to find it slowly creeps back in. The secret to staying clutter-free isn’t constant cleaning. It’s rhythm. It’s building simple, repeatable habits that keep your space aligned with your values. This week’s post [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:04:34+00:00July 18th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Maintaining a Decluttered Home: How to Build Daily Rhythms That Stick 

Simple Living: The Quiet but Powerful Rebellion

Less is more… and better! What if the key to a more fulfilling life isn’t more?More clothes. More commitments. More square footage. What if the peace we’re all craving actually comes from less?Less noise. Less distraction. Less stuff. In a world constantly shouting, “More is better,” simplicity is a quiet and intentional rebellion.It’s brave. It’s [...]

By |2026-03-27T22:12:09+00:00July 15th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Simple Living: The Quiet but Powerful Rebellion
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