There’s typically one question we ask when it comes to decluttering tips: “Should I keep this or toss it?” But you shouldn’t feel pigeonholed into using only this question. While that approach works for some, others feel the panic of a finite answer, which results in postponed decisions, leaving clutter exactly where it is.
You can try asking different questions that will help you get out of feeling stuck, like: “Would I repurchase this item?” “Does this item bring up good feelings or bad ones?” “Does this reflect or represent who I am now?” If the answer to most of those questions is “no,” you should probably mark the item as clutter.
Don’t wait to toss something you know you don’t want. You might not realize it yet, but there is something in your home that you already know you want to toss. So, get rid of it now. You’ll be amazed at how the energy of your space changes just by getting those things out, which then gives you a boost to get out even more things.