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Greetings, everyone! As we step into a fresh new year, many of us are eager to pursue personal ambitions and dreams. Those of us with a passion for home know that our living spaces greatly influence our mood and lifestyle. I firmly believe that an organized home can make a real difference in achieving those New Year’s resolutions!
Now is the perfect moment to evaluate how each room in our house serves us (or doesn’t) and discover simple ways to enhance it so that our home better supports our aspirations. Organization frees up time for what truly matters. Best of all, decluttering and streamlining allow us to live with less anxiety and more happiness each day.
Below are five strategies to get your home in order for the most joyful New Year ever!
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Five Smart Ways to Organize Your Home This New Year
Create a dedicated area for your aspirations.
A new year brings new possibilities. Begin by carving out a spot that fuels your ambitions. You don’t need a large home to have room for work or dreams. A cozy corner, a small desk, a crafting table, a closet shelf, or even a full office can work. Set up storage for your tools so they’re easy to access. Make a vision board to motivate you to dream big and pursue your targets. Grab a dedicated box or binder to keep documents tidy. Place a planner for scheduling and time management.
Find inspiration from these imaginative studios and craft spaces, as well as these lovely office design boards. (If blogging is on your 2018 agenda, be sure to read my article with tips and secrets for success!)
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Enjoy a smoother daily routine with an organized entryway.
An orderly entryway sets the right mood for your daily life. Mornings can be chaotic without basic organization systems. And coming home to a messy entrance is hardly inviting. Stepping through the door without stumbling over shoes and bags is truly living well, if you catch my drift. If your entry lacks closet space, install plenty of hooks and baskets to keep the floor clutter-free.
Take inspiration from my daughter Kylee’s townhouse entryway and these tips for small or nonexistent entry spaces.
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Organize your pantry to support health goals.
Feeling energetic and healthy is crucial for overall well-being. If your New Year’s resolutions involve better eating and self-care, spend time organizing your kitchen and pantry to back those goals. Remove junk food and packaged items you don’t want to consume. That means clearing out leftover holiday treats from the fridge. Discard unhealthy options to remove temptation. Jot down recipes you intend to cook and shop ahead for fresh, nutritious ingredients. A tidy, attractive pantry can be inspiring. Transfer bulk items from bags to glass jars for a clearer view of your supplies. Set up a healthy snack drawer or bin. Post a list of quick, easy recipes so you can prepare a wholesome meal or snack nearly as fast as ordering pizza.
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Design a retreat from everyday pressures.
If your year is packed with activities, you’ll need a spot to recharge. Sure, a Hawaiian vacation sounds wonderful (doesn’t it?), but think about how your own bedroom can promote daily rest and renewal. Simplify storage and remove clutter so that stepping into the room makes the day’s stress disappear.
Find ideas from these 7 budget-friendly bedroom transformations.
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Clear surfaces for a simpler life.
One of the simplest organizing tasks is to focus on clearing your surfaces. Messy tables and floors make any room feel chaotic and can change how you use the space. Tidying up surfaces can transform the entire room. While you might dream of having every drawer and closet perfectly organized, when the clutter feels overwhelming, just start with a single surface. It’s a realistic, achievable goal that instantly brings a sense of hope and achievement.
P.S. I hope you had a fantastic holiday season and New Year. We certainly did—it was a peaceful, family-filled break. I’m eager to settle back into a routine, though I recall from previous years that it takes about a week in January to readjust and find my rhythm. It’s important to allow ourselves a grace period!
Wishing you a joyful New Year of organizing, friends!
I offer plenty of decluttering and organizing ideas in my book Make Room for What You Love. This book can spark new habits and transform how you view your home! Get your copy on Amazon or Barnes & Noble.
More posts to inspire home organization:
- 10 Habits of Individuals with Well-Organized Homes
- 9 Immediate Ways to Get Organized
- How to Declutter When Everything Sparks Joy (And What is Design Chaos Syndrome?)
- The Hidden Key to Organization
- Organizing Tips for Small Homes
- 5 Daily Habits for a Clutter-Free Home
- Beautiful Bathroom Storage Ideas
- 10 Livable and Functional Rooms (Organized Style)
