How I Kicked Clutter to the Curb and Took Back My Life

Clutter is the sneaky villain in my life story. It’s not just the piles of laundry mocking me from my resting chair—it’s the mental chaos, overloaded schedule, always complaining and negative friend and 72,000 unread emails. My goal in 2025 is to reduce clutter to improve my physical and mental health. So I snapped and declared war on it all. Even though it was overwhelming to think about, I started with a list.

1. The House of Chaos

My closet is like Narnia, but instead of magic, it is full of old pants, dresses, shoes and coats. The kitchen pantry has so many items that I probably will not use. I need to purge ruthlessly: clothes I don’t wear, expired pantry items, and random cords no one can identify.

2. My Jam Packed Work Schedule

I used to just accept tasks and meetings to help others. Now? I politely decline anything that causes me to have to pause my tasks. I guard my downtime like it’s the crown jewels and speak up when my plate is full. I’m done being overworked.

3. Digital Clutter

I must tackle my phone and email. Unsubscribe and report spam, delete unused apps, delete incomplete and nonsense notes and stop hoarding 40 versions of the same photo. My digital life needs serious decluttering.

4. My Overloaded Brain

Journaling and writing are my lifesavers for mental clutter. I also meditate. But multitasking? Officially fired.

5. Toxic Relationships

Some people are considered clutter too. If they drain my energy more than they uplift me, I set boundaries or let go. Quality > quantity, every time.

Decluttering isn’t just about stuff—it’s about making room for joy, peace, and sanity. And I’m all about that I’m 2025!

Author: ~California Dreamer~

Just an average silly, nerdy chick. That's weird in probably a million different ways, sharing my sometimes fucked up life with you. Showing others that they should enjoy life, because there's always someone in a worse situation. View all posts by ~California Dreamer~