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Closet Decluttering: 5 Key Questions to Curate Your Wardrobe

Closet Decluttering: 5 Key Questions to Curate Your Wardrobe 

[Embed YouTube Video: 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 ...
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Declutter Your Space, Clear Your Mind!

Have you ever decluttered something as seemingly trivial as a kitchen junk drawer and felt an immediate sense of emotional relief? Or what about the feeling of accomplishment when you finally deal with that pile of unopened mail? And then there's the amazing boost of energy you get when you ...

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

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 ...
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Simplify Your Life No Matter Your Age: Minimalism is for Everyone

In today’s fast-paced, consumer-driven world, the impact of minimalism and simple living can be life-changing. It’s no wonder that a growing number of people are actively choosing to: Prioritize fewer possessions, Focus on more meaningful experiences, Simplify their lives by decluttering their homes, minds, and schedules. With constant noise and ...
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5 Top Secrets to Beat Decision Fatigue with Fewer Choices

By Rita Wilkins October 25, 2024 Lifestyle Do you feel overwhelmed by the countless decisions you face every day? From the moment you crawl out of bed to the moment you put your head on the pillow at night, Psychology Today estimates that you make more than 2,000 decisions each ...
Staying Motivated to Declutter: 5 Tips to Keep You on Track

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

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 ...
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Ditch The Clutter Now If You Want a Simpler Life

Do you ever feel stuck in a rut? You desperately want to declutter, maybe even downsize to a smaller home, but mostly, you just want a simpler life—one that’s: Less hectic Less stressful Filled with more peace and freedom And yet, as you look around your home, you do nothing ...
Minimalist Parenting: Decluttering Tips to Instill Minimalist Values in Your Kids

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

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 ...
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Stop Wasting Money! 5 Effective Strategies to Reduce the Temptation to Overbuy Online

By Rita Wilkins November 04, 2024 Lifestyle Do you find yourself mindlessly shopping online? If so, you’re not alone. This has become a growing concern for consumers of all ages. An Interesting Statistic The average American consumer spends over $1,000 per year on impulse online purchases, making at least six impulse buys ...