Why is it so hard to Declutter Clothes? >> The Declutter Hub Podcast (2024)

FAQs

Why is decluttering clothes so difficult? ›

For some people decluttering their clothes is very hard to do and a lot of emotions are connected to it. Lifestyle changes, fluctuations in weight, too many of the same type of clothing, feeling guilty and sentimental items are all reasons why decluttering clothes can be daunting.

Our stuff is tied up in our identity

One of the reasons it can be hard to get rid of clutter is that our belongings can be tied up with our identity and self worth. We are led to believe that our possessions are what make us who we are.

We all have busy lives. Sometimes it's hard to commit huge blocks of time to something because we just literally don't have that extra time. It can feel overwhelming to do it all at once. By going gradually, you can easily handle 5-15 minutes every day.

The actual act of cleaning and decluttering can boost your mood, help you move your body more, improve focus, and help you feel more in control of your surroundings.

If you want to get motivated to declutter, work on creating a clear picture of what you end goal is. The more specific that vision is, the more you will be motivated by it. Think about how you want your home to look, function, and feel. What will decluttering do for your life?

How can I speed up my decluttering? ›

The Core 4 Organizing Method, created by professional organizer Kayleen Kelly, breaks down the daunting task of decluttering and organizing into 4 simple steps: Clear Out, Categorize, Cut Out, and Contain.

She breaks down the decluttering process into four simple steps — clear out, categorize, cut out, and contain — that can be applied to any room in your home, without feeling overwhelmed. That's exactly what I needed. Here's how it worked. Step 1: clear out.

It typically comprises around 37 pieces, including tops, bottoms, dresses, and outerwear. The key to building a successful capsule wardrobe is to choose items that can be easily layered and that work well together.

Clothes – We keep items in the hope that they might fit again one day or come back into fashion. Music – Technology has done away with the need to keep physical copies of our music, but for many of us CD's and vinyl are collectable items and remind us of the time we first heard our favourite bands and artists.

Often overwhelm is due to the sheer perceived size of the project. It's tempting to shut down at the thought of the mountain ahead. Don't look at the mountain. Instead, focus on taking the first step.

Decluttering means making a thousand tiny decisions, taking a thousand steps around your house, and hauling dozens of bags and boxes to your car. The process—especially if you have a lot of clutter to clear—can be physically and mentally draining.

Others feel guilty when decluttering because the items they're getting rid of hold some sentimental value – not enough to justify keeping the stuff for sentiment alone, but enough to hesitate when getting rid of it.