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\"gettyimages-496479420sm\"You\u2019ve watched \u2013 or at least HEARD about – the documentary on Netflix. You\u2019ve read a couple articles about this \u2018lifestyle\u2019 online. Some friends you follow on social media are even embracing it.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s called \u2018Minimalism\u2019. And it\u2019s all the rage right now.<\/p>\n

It sounds refreshing, freeing, inspiring, and as a parent\u2026pretty much impossible<\/u>.<\/p>\n

Or is it?<\/p>\n

I\u2019m going to start off by saying that I\u2019m the type of person who like things organized. I like my house tidy, I don\u2019t like clutter, I LOVE purging drawers and closets and getting rid of stuff that is simply taking up space. So obviously, minimalism is very intriguing for people like me.<\/p>\n

But as parents, we often think that there is absolutely no way we could live a more minimalist lifestyle because our kids accumulate too much STUFF. (I swear it multiplies while we sleep!) And in no way am I interested in getting rid of all of our stuff and living with next to nothing. That\u2019s EXTREME minimalism. But I AM interested in the idea of it. You know, getting rid of things we don\u2019t need, de-cluttering spaces that are filled with useless stuff, and just simply\u2026having less. Needing less. WANTING less.<\/p>\n

So, over the last little while, I\u2019ve been slowly easing into it \u2013 one room at a time. With two boys and a husband who is somewhat of a pack rat, it hasn\u2019t always been easy. But if you\u2019re like me and you want to start somewhere, here are 5 tips I\u2019ve found quite useful to help you get started.<\/p>\n

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  1. Everything needs a \u2018home\u2019<\/strong> \u2013 All of your belongings should have a home. Jackets go in the closet, books go on a shelf, keys go in the dish and so on. If you give everything you own a \u2018home\u2019, YOUR home will look and feel tidier. And hey, you\u2019ll know here everything is.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. Purge Toys<\/strong> \u2013 This could be a tough one but it needs to be done. Every now and then \u2013 usually when I feel like toys are taking over my house or I just stepped on a Lego \u2013 I go through the boys\u2019 bedrooms and their playroom with a small garbage bag and start chucking stuff. You\u2019d be amazed at how much stuff you\u2019ll find that is completely useless and just collecting dust. I do this fairly often and my kids NEVER notice. Obviously, I\u2019m not suggesting you throw away their favourite toys, but if it\u2019s old toys they simply don\u2019t play with anymore, trust me – they won\u2019t notice.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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      1. One Room at a Time<\/strong> \u2013 To start, you could take it one room at a time. De-cluttering the whole house might seem overwhelming, so start in one room. When you\u2019re happy with that room, move onto the next.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        1. De-Clutter Daily or Weekly<\/strong> \u2013 If your house is like mine, clutter piles up pretty quick in high traffic zones. Homework lands on the counter. Sweaters get thrown on the couch. Mini-sticks and ball gloves fill the entry-way. You get the idea. So, each day, or even once a week, go around and get rid of the clutter and put things in their home. Have the kids help with their stuff.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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          1. Want or Need?<\/strong> \u2013 This is a great way to keep clutter from even ENTERING your house. Before you buy something ask yourself \u2013 is this a want\u2026or a need? By asking yourself this question, you\u2019ll not only end up with less \u201cstuff\u201d in your house, but you\u2019ll save yourself some money too!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            When you start to do these things, you\u2019ll feel SO MUCH better! We cleaned out the storage room and made some extra cash selling a bunch of things we thought were worth selling. Like a brand new ice cream maker that was never used! Who knew!<\/p>\n

            This is still a work in progress for us and will take some time, but it\u2019s been great so far. And I get it. Not everyone<\/em> is interested in embracing a minimalist lifestyle. Some people are perfectly happy surrounded by stuff. And hey, if that makes you happy, that\u2019s awesome! But if being surrounded by too much stuff gives you anxiety and you want a change, it CAN be done!<\/p>\n

            Even with kids in the house. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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