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The Get Organised Challenge: Week Two

box_woman_100 It's time to say goodbye to all the clutter clogging up your life. Helen Foster introduces the DEJUNK rules to help you get sorted

The big clear out
Last week, you stared chaos in the face and decided which areas of your life are clutter-crisis zones. So, now you know where the junk is, what are you going to do with it?

This week we focus on sorting your stuff and look at the different ways to store or dispose of some of your possessions. If you feel demotivated at any time, remember: you may be able to turn some of your clutter into cash.

Getting ready
It's important to remember that a proper purge takes time. Set aside an afternoon for each one of your clutter-crisis zones. If you try and do it in odd half-hour snatches, you will end up creating more chaos than ever. Just think of all the time you'll save in the long-run once your life is simpler and more organised. There are two more points to bear in mind while you're clearing:

  • It gets worse before it gets better. When you're surrounded by dusty piles all over the floor, don't panic. Make a cup of tea and have a laugh at all the rubbish you've been hoarding. Let it be an inspiration to never again keep broken coat hangers as if they were family heirlooms.

  • It can be traumatic letting go of so many possessions. If you find yourself feeling overly-nostalgic about things you haven't bothered to look at or use for years, remember that your identity isn't really about what you have. You will feel less emotional and have a clearer idea about what really matters once you've got rid of the bulk of this mess.


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