Black Friday is the beginning of the holiday shopping season with sales at just about every store. Instead of rushing out to buy more items that you don’t actually need, why not consider decluttering your living space and spending some Hygge time with your family and friends?

When we do not know where things are in our homes, we are obviously not aware of what we own so we keep adding new possessions instead of finding the ones that we already have. When we go to the store, we randomly buy bits and pieces because we think that they will transform our home into a dream. The truth is that it will only contribute to the clutter because too many things are already adding to the confusion.

When we start confronting our stuff, cleaning up, organizing, and decluttering, we begin to experience the amazing feeling of freedom that comes from living in a home that reflects the best part of us! We will also feel more comfortable about entertaining guests in our home.

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Christmas is not only a time for giving, but also of consumerism. Of course we all love giving and receiving Christmas gifts, but before you rush out to start your shopping, consider what giving gifts might mean for your recipient. Rather than contributing to other people’s guilty clutter, why not rather buy gifts that can be exchanged or enjoyed, such as chocolate, bottles of wine, flowers, or other perishable goodies.

Some of us have clutter in our houses from gifts already received for many years. Trust me, there are expiry dates on gifts and gratitude as well. People give each other the weirdest things, things that no one wishes for, but everyone gives as friendly gestures. We keep them because we are afraid of offending the person who gifted it or because it might have been expensive. It can be anything from standard, boring gifts for the hostess to personal presents. Continue reading →