Minimalism is a way of living that has become popular in recent months and for good reason.  Our living spaces can get packed with unnecessary clutter and minimalism is the concept of living with less. This does not mean getting rid of everything, but rather, keeping what is important to create a more meaningful and less stressful life. Minimalism is unique to everyone because we all have different definitions of what constitutes an “important” item. There are no set of rules and it is not about depriving yourself; it is simply choosing to live with less to make room for what counts. If minimalism is a lifestyle that interests you, I would like to share some ideas that have worked for me.

Get rid of anything that is broken or no longer works. If it is torn, stained, or defective, it is time throw it out. I do not like giving up on anything, so sometimes a fresh coat of paint can save an old table.

Purge your closet. Begin with anything you have not worn in a year. Some of us have been working from home, so this is not so clear cut. Simply put, if you do not like how you look in it, or it no longer fits, just get rid of it. If clothing is gently used, you can donate it to someone who might need it. This applies to shoes too. Hello ladies! Yes, I am also guilty of having way too many shoes. Keep only the essentials.

Pet supplies.  This includes everything from snacks, food, leashes, towels, and clothing. If your animal companion ended up not liking something or you have too many, pass it on to a family member or friend whose companion might benefit from it. As a last resort, check with your local animal shelter or rescue group to see if they take donations.

Expired food. It is easy to forget canned goods in the back of the pantry, so if you come across any that are expired, just throw it out. Donate anything that is still good but you know your family will never eat.

Kitchen appliances. If you bought a fancy gadget and used it only once and you probably forgot about it, it is time to pass it on. I once gave my sister our quesadilla maker because we rarely used it and I know she loves to make quesadillas on a regular basis. It was just taking up space in the garage and someone else got a nice use out of it.

Toiletries. Donate any extras you have. We used to travel frequently so we amassed trial size bottles of everything; so one time when we had guests over, we put together a nice welcome basket for them. Same goes for hair dryers, curling irons, and the like. I bought a straightening iron and only used it once, so I gave it to my niece who forgot hers while on a trip. Expired medications should be disposed of properly by taking advantage of a local medicine disposal program. We tend to forget that make-up has a shelf life too. Replace or throw out anything that is more than a few months old.

Knick knacks and other decorations. Keep only what you love and cannot part with. Otherwise, it will just be collecting dust and in the end, there will be less to dust.

If your “must keep” items are too many and are still cluttering your home, consider getting a storage unit. If you live in the Lewisville, Tx, Dallas-Forth Worth metropolitan area and surrounding areas, consider Yes! Moving & Storage. They are a moving company and also have climate controlled storage for items you cannot store at home.

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