Weve all been there, from impeccable playrooms to impractical refrigerators.
It turns out that professional organizers have the same thoughts.
Instead, assess what you need, and possibly even do a first round of clearing out and decluttering.
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This will help you understand what bins and baskets you actually needif any.
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I happen to believe that is not a helpful or healthy method, says Seltzer.
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You have to understand yourgoal and reason for decluttering.
By tossing items under pressure, you launch the risk of creating an unhealthy relationship with your belongings.
Instead, assess your home goals and understand why you want to remove items in the first place.
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She says these kinds of long-term storage solutions are overly intricate.
Keep your long-term storage simple, practical, and easy to maintain.
Micro-Sorting
Much like aggressive decluttering, Jensen says she also hates something she calls micro-sorting.
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I recommend skipping tips that prioritize appearance over functionality, she says.
Open shelves or accessible cabinets should do the trick.
But Seltzer doesnt love it because this prioritizes appearance over functionality.
They might not understand the system or be able to follow it.
