The Things We All Seem to Hold Onto

We all save things we really don’t need. Sometimes it’s clothes we’ve never even worn or more coffee mugs than we could possibly use in a week.

I’ve seen a lot of homes, a lot of closets, and a lot of offices in my years as a professional organizer, and it’s so interesting how so many of us keep the same types of things.

Are you curious to read about the most common items (that we don’t need!) that pretty much everyone holds onto?

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12 Ways to Keep Your Holidays Simple and Sustainable

The holidays can be magical and full of wonder.

They can also be too rushed and stressful. We can’t wait for the holiday season to begin, but once it does, we get caught up in the tidal wave of activity. Before we know it, the New Year is upon us, and another Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa has passed.

Here, at the start of another holiday season, I want to share a few (12 to be exact! 😉) easy steps to help you make this season both simple and sustainable.

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Your Holiday kitchen guide:

This time of year, before the holidays, is a perfect time to declutter your kitchen area. When you embrace minimalism ( or just having less) in your kitchen, it’s easier to stay organized. It will also be quicker and easier to keep your kitchen clean, which is perfect if you’re hosting any of the family gatherings. The best part is you will feel so much calmer and more in control in the kitchen this holiday season.

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