We spoke with organization experts to gather six top tips on how to micro-declutter like a pro.

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What Is Micro-Decluttering?

Micro-decluttering refers to the process oforganizing a portion of one’s spacein a 10 or 15 minute increment.

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“For a lot of people, doing a giant declutter can be super overwhelming.”

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“Having a plan keeps things on schedule,” Litman says.

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It can be easy to lose momentum without figuring out logistics ahead of time.

Pay close attention to which items you’ve avoided using and consider parting ways with them.

Turn your notifications off, set a timer, and put your head down.

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“It just depends on what your life is like and your available time,” Swygard says.

“The beauty of micro-decluttering is you do it at your own pace.”