r/declutter • u/vodkaheart • 3d ago
Success Story Some of my recent declutters
I think I’m addicted to the feeling of decluttering! I started with my closet and have been slowly working my way through my apartment. I feel physically lighter as I go through every spot and ditch the expired products or clothing that I no longer like. Even though I’ve decluttered a good bit there’s still so much to go, but I’m excited to keep the momentum going tomorrow 🧹🧽
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u/smile_likeu_meanit 2d ago
Well done! What did you find helped the most when getting started?
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u/vodkaheart 2d ago
Despite the fact that my living situation is secure, I kept thinking about the fact that if I had to move tomorrow, I had waaaaay too many things, and I kept adding to the “things” pile every time I bought more unnecessary stuff. I have a bit of a shopping problem and just woke up one day and realized I was overcome by it, and half of the things I own I haven’t used in years or ever. So I began the purge and haven’t looked back. It’s also helped me with my shopping habit! Definitely not shopping as much as I used to
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u/smile_likeu_meanit 2d ago
This was the reminder I needed! Sometimes things click and this was it for me! Thanks!
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u/BraveLittleToaster18 1d ago
Great job! I love that the ghost soap dispenser survived the declutter LOL. For the pantry shelf, you may want to try can holders (where they "dispense") or a tiered shelf so that you can see the cans easier. You did a great job and I plan on revisiting more decluttering during our upcoming holiday weekend.
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u/cassinonorth 2d ago
Hell yeah.
It's so good to have a few before and afters to look back on after the initial motivation of decluttering subsides.
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u/Sea_Squirrel7999 2d ago
I’m floored— this is incredible!!!
How did you choose baskets/organizing bins etc, and, did you buy those things before or after decluttering? This is ALWAYS my struggle.
Ty :3
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u/vodkaheart 1d ago
Thank you! I pretty much all of the bins prior to decluttering. I picked ones that matched the colors I use most in my apartment and I opted for smaller bins that I knew I could use everywhere so that if I didn’t need them in one storage space, they’d work elsewhere. I got them mainly from Meijer and Dollar Tree!
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u/CT22Bloom 1d ago
I just started 3 days ago. At first it was overwhelming, but then as I got into it, I was becoming proud of myself. At the end of doing each area, as I looked at my progress, I realized I couldn’t stop!
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u/vodkaheart 5h ago
This is exactly what happened for me! The pride in knowing you’ve lightened the physical and mental load in your life is unmatched
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u/PointerAndPines 16h ago
Just wait until you get into declutter rounds 2 and 3 and then you start questioning why you own anything.
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u/vodkaheart 5h ago
I’m already excited for the next rounds truly! Never thought I’d be so happy to get rid of so many things
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u/popzelda 3d ago
I would declutter the kitchen to the point that you don't need that extra shelf unit & then get rid of that
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u/vodkaheart 3d ago
Personally I like having my pantry items on a shelf like this because it reminds me that I have them 😅 I have ADHD and often forget about things if they aren’t visible. I also don’t have an actual pantry in my apartment, just the cabinets, but I could probably reduce my amount of dry food in general
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u/Lovefashion111 1d ago
Omg I need your momentum right now! It looks great. 😊 similar to the spots I have to go through in my place. Any advice on motivation to start? I feel overwhelmed hence why I put it off so long !
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u/Some_Papaya_8520 3d ago
I spy a plumbing problem under your sink! Hope it wasn't too expensive to repair!
Great work decluttering!!
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u/vodkaheart 2d ago
Wait which one?? Because one of my sinks is giving me all kinds of issues and I can’t seem to fix it!
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u/Some_Papaya_8520 1d ago
I think it's the master? The drywall has been cut out to access the piping.
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u/hotbodsl 3d ago
Great job!!!