We tend to ask ourselves the wrong questions when deciding what to keep and get rid of: “Could this be useful one day? Did someone give this to me? Did I pay a lot of money for this item?” Instead, Shira Gill, a professional organizer known for her transformative closet makeovers, asks us to think differently. “These questions are rooted in guilt, obligation, and fear,” she says, “and will provide you with the justification to keep just about anything!” If you find yourself struggling to let go of clutter, it could be that you’re just asking the wrong questions, Gill explains. Ready to kick your clutter to the curb? Gill recommends asking yourself the five questions below. Keeping these questions in mind as you declutter your home will help keep you focused on creating a space that supports your life. After you ask these five questions, you’ll only be left with things that are truly meaningful and functional.
