Don’t buy Storage Boxes before you know
what you’re storing - they turn into clutter too!

In an effort to jumpstart the organizing process, many people purchase organizing accessories before they confront their clutter. But that’s the wrong approach. Never buy storage containers such as shoe boxes or filing systems, before you have a clear handle on what you’re dealing with. Instead, start with the purge – be ruthless and keep only what you really use and love. Then sort and assess what’s left. Chances are you’ll see that you don’t need a dozen boxes – you only need six! And you’ll know what size and shape of container will work best for the space and items you have. To keep your organizing system relevant for the long-term use the “one-in, one-out” rule, in other words, never introduce a new item without discarding an old one.

This tip is from episode 19, Click to view the Episode Summary