I’m a decluttering pro – my ‘1-3-5’ rule makes clearing your home less overwhelming and stops it being a chore
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WE all love a good clear-out - and since January marks a season of change, many of us like to declutter after the New Year. It is a time when we feel the most inspired and motivated to embrace positive changes with our New Year resolutions and fresh goals all kicking in.
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And it's the same when it comes to our homes. Many of us consider a home revamp at the start of the year after the Christmas break - whether that be a lick of paint, some fresh furniture or a complete declutter. And as interest in home clear-outs surges this month, experts have shared their latest decluttering tips to give your home a fresh start in 2025.
And she revealed that her 1-3-5 decluttering method can be an easy way to make the task less daunting and more manageable. Monika said: “After the chaos of Christmas, you want your home to return to being your sanctuary — a place where you can relax, and not feel overwhelmed.
"This is where decluttering can be your best friend, creating a more serene and tidy space to start the new year in. "Decluttering the home does not have to be a difficult task, and though many see it as a chore, I believe using methods such as the 1-3-5 decluttering method can be a way to make the task less overwhelming.
"The premise of this method is to take on one big task, three medium tasks and five smaller tasks. "This helps you regain control of your space by being productive, whilst also not feeling overwhelmed by unmanageable tasks ahead. "Take the living room, for example — a key area for relaxation.
