New Year Decluttering Tips for a Fresh Start (With Help from Self Storage)

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Cardboard boxes labeled keep, donate, and trash used in a home decluttering system before moving items into storage.

A new year always feels full of possibility—new habits, new goals, and hopefully a home that feels calm instead of chaotic. But it’s hard to feel “refreshed” when you’re stepping over boxes in the hallway, digging through overstuffed closets, and wondering where on earth you’re going to put the holiday décor you just took down. If you’re looking around your home and thinking, We’ve simply got too much stuff, you’re not alone. Life is busy, families grow, hobbies change, and before you know it, every corner has become storage space. The good news: decluttering doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and you don’t have to get rid of everything you love. With a clear plan—and smart use of self storage—you can reclaim your space and start 2026 feeling lighter and more organized. Below are practical New Year decluttering tips you can actually stick to, plus ideas for when a self storage unit can help you maintain that fresh start all year long. 1. Start With a Simple, Realistic Plan One of the biggest reasons decluttering efforts fizzle out is because we try to do too much at once. Instead of tackling the whole house in one weekend, set a plan that fits your schedule and energy level. Pick a decluttering style that works for you Choose one approach and commit to it for at least a month: 15-Minute Daily Declutter Set a timer for 15 minutes a day and focus on one small area: a single drawer, one shelf, or the top of a dresser. When the timer goes off, you’re done. It’s amazing how much you can accomplish in short, consistent bursts. Room-by-Room Reset Give each week a dedicated space: Week 1 is the bedroom, Week 2 is the kitchen, Week 3 is the living room, and so on. This gives you a clear focus and a sense of accomplishment as each room is “finished.” Category Clean-Out Instead of working by room, work by item type: clothing, books, papers, kids’ toys, tools, holiday décor, etc. This is helpful if ...


Rose Verdi
January 5th, 2026

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