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Optimal Living Daily · August 24, 2026 · 10m

4131: Where Do I Start Decluttering? by Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism on Minimalism

Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism reframes decluttering as two separate jobs: changing the daily habits that bring clutter in, and then physically removing excess items. She recommends starting in the kitchen, tackling one category at a time, and saving sentimental items for last. For each possession, three questions turn decision-making into a practical test of whether the item supports the life you want.

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Two Jobs of Decluttering: Habits and Removal
Rachel Jones frames simplifying as two distinct jobs: changing the daily habits that bring clutter into the home, and then physically removing the excess items.
Start in the Kitchen, Category by Category
She recommends beginning decluttering in the kitchen, working through items by category, and saving sentimental possessions for last.

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