Moving home is stressful at the best of times, but if your house is overflowing with stuff the job of packing up can feel really overwhelming. Having a plan on how to declutter for downsizing can help to make the process less daunting. A good place to start is with our ultimate decluttering checklist but if you're moving to a smaller home or place with less storage you'll need to make some tough decisions.
'When decluttering, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and unsure of which technique to use,' explains Shannon Murphy professional organiser at Simply Living. 'My advice is NOT to get everything out late at night when you’re short on time and energy and try to sift through your belongings. You will soon give up, shove it all back into the cupboard, and swear to never declutter again.'
