Spring Clean

Declutter your spaces this season to move with more ease

Warmer weather has us swinging open the windows to let fresh air in. It’s also the perfect time to sweep away the old relics of winter clutter to make way for new projects and space. But in the face of often overwhelming mess, it can be hard to know where to even begin. A few simple tips can make it easier—here’s how:

Categorize

Rather than facing the overwhelming prospect of tackling a whole bedroom or kitchen, focus on one key area at a time. For the bedroom, that might mean starting with clothing, where you can go through each piece and create “Donate”, “Keep”, and “Throw” piles. In the kitchen or study, it might mean going through paper products and tossing anything you no longer need.

Invest in Colorful Organizers

Keeping the clutter contained doesn’t have to be boring. By bringing a bit of bright color to closet or desk organizers, you can look at organization with a more optimistic mood.

Detox Your Digital Life.

Spring cleaning shouldn’t be contained to just your physical space; your digital environment can have just as much an effect on your moon and productivity. Spend a few minutes organizing your computer’s desktop, your email files, and anything else that might bring more ease to your online life in the year ahead.