Does Your Closet Serve You Well?

​Do you feel like this?

This was me about six years ago.  I kept telling myself, “I’ll clean my closet when I have time”. I was busy, tired, and overwhelmed. Managing our six kids, a business, and life.  I knew that I had to STOP and take care of my closet. This had become a place where I tossed stuff until I had time to put it away.  But, it didn’t happen. Not for a long time. I realized that I needed to take the time to declutter and organize.  

I spent one whole day decluttering my closet.  I sorted through my clothes and eliminated everything that I didn’t like, fit, or wear.  Then, I took the things out of my closet that didn’t belong there. And finally, I looked at the way I had it organized and I rearranged the areas that needed it.

I felt AMAZING and RELIEVED after I was done.  So many things that were in my closet went out the door; either to the trash, donation, or back to who it belonged to.  The “less is more” phrase is so true! Less stuff = more freedom. Freedom from the things that don’t serve me. Freedom from the feelings of guilt I had because I “didn’t have time”.  Freedom from the frustration I had when I couldn’t find something that I knew that I had.

Does your closet serve you well, or do you need to take a day and deep dive into your closet?  I would encourage you to set aside a day to tackle your closet. Supplies that I suggest before you begin:

• Your favorite drink and snack
• Trash bags
• Bins, boxes, or bags to go to donation
• Bin for things that need to be returned to someone else
• Music or podcast to keep you motivated.  My favorite podcast is Organize 365.  Lisa is a great motivator :)

Know that this will take time, emotional energy, and perseverance.  I want to encourage you to organize your closet while you have the time.  You will feel AMAZING when you are done!

I’d love to see your before and after photos!

For more inspiration, The Ultimate Closet Design and Organizing Guide.
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