Professional organizer Liora Seltzer recommends avoiding these kinds of phrases.

Then you might let them go.

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This method can be done yearly to stay on top of clutter.

“Commit to using the sensory approach to revisit the sentimental items youve kept.”

Seltzer says thatthe KonMari Methodpurposely saves this category for last.

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“So in other words, start with other decluttering projects before getting to the sentimental items.”

Professional organizer Barbara Brock acknowledges that the emotional toll ofdecluttering meaningful itemscan be huge.

it’s possible for you to stop and start as often as you need.

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Find Time to Decompress After

Working your way through sentimental objects can be emotionally draining.