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Updated by Annalisa Sawatzky on Oct 17, 2013
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6 Questions to Combat Clutter

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Use these 6 questions to finally de-clutter that room!

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1. What are your goals for de-cluttering your space?

1. What are your goals for de-cluttering your space?

Do you want to de-clutter the basement so that you can use it as a play area or home office or an entertainment area?

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Does this item help or hinder my de-cluttering goals?

Does this item help or hinder my de-cluttering goals?

Having a set goal in mind, will help guide your decision making.

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How often do I really use it? Daily, weekly, monthly or never?

How often do I really use it? Daily, weekly, monthly or never?

The answer to this question will help you decide if you should really keep this item in this area.

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Does this item have a use that doesn't involve the statement, "Someday when I have time..."?

Does this item have a use that doesn't involve the statement, "Someday when I have time..."?

This question helps you think about reality. We only have so much time in the day. Are we really going to make time for that item or is it just taking up precious space?

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Is reaching my de-cluttering goal, worth more than this item?

Is reaching my de-cluttering goal, worth more than this item?

Here's a philosophical question. Every item has a value which we place on it, in our minds. So which has more value? Your de-cluttering goal or your item?

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Am I keeping this out of obligation or expectation?

Am I keeping this out of obligation or expectation?

Did you receive a gift that you just hate. But you feel guilty about giving it away, because what if they come over and see it's gone? Allow yourself to be released from the guilt. Chances are they will never notice you don't have it and your peace of mind is worth more than the one awkward conversation that may never occur.