At the beginning of a new year, a big 'Declutter 365' challenge can sound like the fresh start your home needs. Unfortunately, many of us begin with good intentions, only to quit within weeks, ...

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Lesson 1: You need a day off (or five)! As someone who was voted "most disorganized" in high school and had desks so cluttered that my bosses ran screaming from my cubicle—creating a decluttered home ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Mesha Griffith, the author of The Bedtime Mantra. It has been edited for length and clarity. I'm a children's book author and mom. One day, I ...

Decluttering your entire home can feel intimidating if you’re not sure where to start. With so many closets, cabinets, and drawers to sort through, you’ll need more than just a weekend to truly clear ...

Is 2024 the year you plan to get your house organized?According to Professional Organizer, Sarah Larsen, it starts with decluttering!To find out more about Sarah and her January Declutter Challenge, ...

Lindsey Ellefson is Lifehacker’s Features Editor. She currently covers study and productivity hacks, as well as household and digital decluttering, and oversees the freelancers on the sex and ...

When I first learned about the 15-Day Declutter Challenge that has several variations online, I figured it was worth a shot since nothing seemed to be working for me in the motivation department. The ...

Decluttering can help reduce visual distractions and benefit mental health, attention, and working memory. If getting started is hard, focusing on a small area at a time or trying a popular method can ...

Lindsey Ellefson is Lifehacker’s Features Editor. She currently covers study and productivity hacks, as well as household and digital decluttering, and oversees the freelancers on the sex and ...