Avoid getting overwhelmed by breaking decluttering tasks into smaller steps from "summary" of The Art of Discarding by Nagisa Tatsumi
When facing a cluttered space, it is common to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of items that need to be sorted through and discarded. This feeling of overwhelm can be paralyzing, preventing us from even beginning the decluttering process. However, it is important to remember that decluttering does not have to be tackled all at once. By breaking the task into smaller, more manageable steps, we can avoid feeling overwhelmed and make progress towards a more organized living environment. One way to approach decluttering in smaller steps is to focus on one category of items at a time. For example, instead of trying to declutter the entire bedroom in one go, start with just the clothes in the closet. By narrowing down the focus to a specific category, the task becomes more achievable and less daunting. This approach also allows for a more thorough evaluation of each item within that category, making it easier to ...
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