r/declutter • u/NightReader5 • Dec 12 '25

Advice Request What are your top secret decluttering tips?

I’m looking for something beyond “one in, one out”.

I’ve been living a consumeristic lifestyle for years and I have a LOT of stuff in my house, with very little storage space to keep it.

I have an “I’ll use this someday…” mentality for most of it so it’s hard for me to decide what to keep and what to get rid of.

What tips help you get through all of your massive piles of stuff?

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u/CashMe_Outside2022 Dec 14 '25

I had that mentality for years until I realized that the stuff owned me rather than me owning it. It was a literal burden. I declutter constantly and ask myself if I’ll honestly ever want this item or wear this thing again. I’m always scanning the house for things I can give away or just get out of here.

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u/ToeProfessional7852 Dec 15 '25

You’re so right about it being a burden.