Clearing out old books and phones while following the rule of giving away five items for a charitable cause
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In this week's edition, we delve into the world of decluttering and simplification, offering practical tips for photo organisation, wardrobe tuning, and kitchen tidying. We also share some inspiring reads and music to help you unwind.
Photo Decluttering: A Sustainable Routine
Maintaining a photo decluttering routine is key to keeping your collection manageable and organised. Treat it like a regular oil change, ensuring everything runs smoothly without overwhelming you[1]. Effective strategies include scheduling regular photo reviews, adopting Marie Kondo-style questions, automating parts of your workflow, batch decluttering, and using smart storage and organisational systems[1][2][3][4][5].
Simplify Your Wardrobe
Tuning in to simplify your wardrobe can be a rewarding experience. By regularly assessing your clothes, you can ensure that your wardrobe reflects your current style and needs[6].
Healthy Living: Rethinking Drinking
More reports show that drinking isn't as healthy as previously thought[7]. Embracing a healthier lifestyle is a prescription that benefits everyone.
Reigniting Healthy Habits
If you're struggling to stick to a new habit or routine, consider checking your interest level. Move on to something that is pulling on your heart if the current pursuit isn't compelling[8].
Kitchen Clutter: A Simple Solution
A simple Rule Of 5 can help erase kitchen clutter. If you haven't used an item in five years, it's time to let it go[9].
Weekend Favorites
We invite you to sign up for our Weekend Favorites newsletter, where we share our top picks for the week, including Instagram finds, music recommendations, and more[10].
Spring Cleaning: 30 Tips and Resources
If it's a spring cleaning weekend, we've got you covered with 30 tips and resources to help you get started[11].
Exploring Options for the Backyard
We're currently looking into options for enhancing our backyard space, so stay tuned for updates[12].
Weekend Reading
We've curated a list of 25 places to donate books[13]. For a thought-provoking read, check out our ode to women of colour[14].
Phone Simplification Challenge
Lastly, we challenge you to simplify your phone by deleting unused apps and organising your home screen[15].
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- In the Weekend Favorites newsletter, we provide recommendations for music that can help you unwind.
- For those interested in education and self-development, we've curated a list of 25 places to donate books.
- To enhance your lifestyle and promote personal growth, consider adopting a routine for photo decluttering and home simplification, as seen in our article on photo organisation and our tips for kitchen tidying.
