margin

A little bit of empty space in your surroundings allows for a more fluid approach in life.

shrinking

Free up space by replacing a larger item with a smaller item that serves the same function.

in the room

“The space around you is sacred, so treat it accordingly.” — Rebecca Campbell

space interrupted

So often when there is a room full of stuff, the room is more valuable than all of the stuff.

fine print

The physical form of a calendar creates the illusion that you can squeeze in more action by writing smaller.

your pillow

When the world gives you room to do anything you want, you may not immediately know what you want, but at least get plenty of sleep.

feeling it

Don’t stop clearing clutter just because the desk or room or house “feels empty,” but pause if necessary to take in the feeling of space.

new design

You can take up a lot of time trying to make clutter look better. Instead, remove the clutter, then make the space look better.

free flow

Imagine open windows. Imagine slight breezes reaching every corner of your home.

bare surface

When you are clearing clutter, the space might not look much better at first. That is because most clutter sits on top of other clutter. Eventually you get to the point where removing a single piece of clutter makes a difference you can see. That is a sign that you are getting close to the end.

clearing

The first step in space clearing is taking out the trash.

pancakes

It is the space between the pancakes that gives them their shape.

non-dedicated

Clear space before you need it so that there is room for new things to enter your life.

boxed

With a suitable place and the right containers, you can store most things. That does not mean it will benefit you to do so.

caretaker

Things that you are obliged to save for someone else do not have to clutter up your space. Put them in a box, one box per person. Write the person’s name on the box. Stack up the boxes in a corner or closet.

in this space

The space around you is necessary for you to recognize that you exist.

heavy duty

Throw away something that is larger than it needs to be.

shelf space

If you find that you are storing things on tables or counters, it could be that you are keeping too much stuff, or it could be that you do not have enough shelves and cabinets.

into the box

A room won’t hold as much as you would imagine when you are looking at it emptied out. Add furniture to the room, and it looks smaller.

downsizing

Living in a smaller space prompts you to lead a simpler life.