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Simplify Your Holidays: 20 Strategies to Create Space for Happiness

Despite living frugally, the holiday season often brings additional hustle and bustle. By creating room for them ahead of time, we can experience less holiday-related chaos.

Organize Your Space for the Festive Season: 20 Strategies to Create Space for Happiness
Organize Your Space for the Festive Season: 20 Strategies to Create Space for Happiness

Simplify Your Holidays: 20 Strategies to Create Space for Happiness

In the heart of the holiday season, it's essential to be intentional and create a meaningful experience. Here are some practical tips to help you declutter, simplify, and make room for joy.

Firstly, consider your possessions. Old medicine cabinet items should be disposed of responsibly, and unused makeup items from the simplified makeup routine of 2020 can be discarded. Clothes purchased for past holiday events can be given away, donated, or brought to a local thrift shop.

Paper clutter can be reduced by starting with a clean slate. Use questions to help let go of unnecessary items. For instance, if you haven't read a book in over a year, it might be time to pass it on to someone who will appreciate it, along with a personal note inside.

Decluttering before the holidays can create more comfort and joy. It can help reduce feelings of overwhelm later and make room on your calendar for meaningful holiday activities. Eliminate unnecessary obligations to make room for what truly matters.

Clear up family drama to simplify holiday gatherings, whether they are virtual or in-person. Release inner clutter such as perfection, comparison, and expectations to allow the holidays to surprise and delight you.

Don't forget about digital decluttering. Clearing digital space by deleting apps, old contacts, and unsubscribing from unnecessary emails can help you be more present during the holiday season.

Food items with good expiry dates can be donated to local food banks. Extra winter clothes like coats, hats, scarves, gloves, and socks can be donated to homeless shelters. Decorative items that are rarely noticed can be let go to reduce dusting.

Say goodbye to busyness during the holiday season. Release the guilt about not being able to do everything. Enjoy the season with joy and without feeling overwhelmed.

Lastly, assess your budget for the holidays to avoid overspending and new year debt. Schedule routine appointments and screenings to maintain good health. Consider Tele-health options where appropriate.

By following these tips, you can simplify your holidays and make room for the joy and meaningful experiences that the season offers. Happy decluttering and happy holidays!

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