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10 Home Decluttering Hacks to Start the Year Right

Aloha Life Podcast· Decluttering· Lifestyle

The start of a new year is the perfect time to declutter, simplify, and create a more harmonious home. But let’s be real—tackling an entire house can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to do it all at once. These 10 practical organization hacks will help you make small, meaningful changes that set the tone for the year ahead.

10 Home Organization Hacks

  1. Start Small
    • Pick one area, like your nightstand drawer or a bathroom cabinet. Focus on completing that before moving on to the next.
  2. The 3-Pile Method (maybe 4)
    • Sort everything into Keep, Donate, or Trash piles. Be honest with yourself—if you haven’t used it in a year, it’s probably time to let it go. I do allow for a 4th “Think About It” bin to give you time to think about certain items, but it’s limited to that bin size only and with a time limit.
  3. Use Bins and Baskets
    • Group similar items together (e.g., chargers, snacks, or craft supplies) in labeled bins to keep everything easy to find.
  4. Declutter One Category at a Time
    • Instead of tackling an entire room, focus on categories like books, clothing, or kitchen gadgets.
  5. Adopt the “One In, One Out” Rule
    • For every new item you bring into your home, donate or toss something old to maintain balance.
  6. Create Zones for Common Areas
    • Designate specific spots for everyday items, like a “drop zone” by the entryway for keys, wallets, and bags.
  7. Get the Family Involved
    • Make decluttering a team effort. Assign tasks or zones to each family member, and celebrate progress together.
  8. Label Everything
    • From pantry shelves to toy bins, labels make it easier to maintain systems and for others to follow the rules.
  9. Schedule Monthly Resets
    • Decluttering isn’t a one-time job. Set aside a monthly reset day to tidy high-traffic areas.
  10. Celebrate Small Wins
    • Every organized drawer or decluttered corner is a step toward a more peaceful home.

Decluttering your home doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By starting small, involving your family, and maintaining consistent systems, you can create a home that feels harmonious and functional all year long.

SHOW NOTES

Episode Title:
104: Home Organization Hacks to Start the Year Right

Simplify and declutter your home to start the year off right.

Episode Summary:
Welcome to Episode 105 of The Aloha Life Podcast! 🌺 Are you ready to kick off 2025 with a fresh start? This week, we’re talking about home organization hacks that help you declutter, simplify, and create harmony in your space without feeling overwhelmed.

From tackling small areas like a single drawer to creating family-friendly systems, this episode is packed with practical tips you can implement today. Progress, not perfection, is the name of the game, and every small step brings you closer to a more peaceful home.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  1. Why starting small is the key to avoiding overwhelm.
  2. How to use the 3-Pile Method to simplify any space. And a 4th Bin for a very specific reason and time line.
  3. Simple tools like bins and labels make organization easier.
  4. Tips for creating family-friendly systems to keep your home running smoothly.
  5. How to maintain your progress with monthly resets and small wins.

Quick Takeaways from This Episode

  • Start small: Focus on one area at a time, like your pantry or a single closet.
  • Sort into three piles: Keep, donate, or trash—be honest about what you need. If you need a “Think About It” bin not to slow down progress or for things you think you’ll need later, give yourself a certain size bin to stay within and a time to revisit it in a few weeks to a month.
  • Simplify with tools: Use bins and baskets to group items, and labels to keep everyone on the same page.
  • Make it a family effort: Involve your kids and partner to share the load.
  • Maintain with resets: Schedule monthly check-ins to tidy up high-traffic spaces.
  • My favorite affordable organization tools:

Let’s Connect!

What’s one area of your home you’ll tackle this week? I’d love to hear about your progress! Tag me on social media @alohalifepodcast or send me a message.

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