Life has become boring, monotonous, luck is not on your side, financial problems have arisen, or you can’t meet your soul mate? In this case, look around: if at home you are surrounded by old things that have not been used for a long time, but, as a rule, it’s a pity to throw them away, then this may be the reason for all the failures.
Very often, in order to bring something new into your home, you simply need to get rid of the old. Do you want to know how to properly throw away old things to attract new and good things into your life? Then read our publication today on the “Dream House” website and be sure to try to put the listed tips into practice.
Why you need to periodically throw away old things
According to Feng Shui, old things cluttering a house interfere with the free circulation of qi energy, and as a result, energy blocks are created both in the house itself and in its occupants. This is why poor health, failures, and dissatisfaction with oneself and one’s life appear. In such a house you don’t want to do anything, apathy and laziness manifest themselves, it’s even difficult to breathe in it, and things seem to put pressure on the brain, provoking the appearance of negative thoughts.
Ideally, qi energy should look into every corner of the house, filling it and the people living in it with new vitality, giving happiness, health, peace of mind, financial well-being. When all the corners are occupied by some kind of rubbish or unnecessary things, then the energy does not even reach these places. One has only to take and throw away some of the old things, and the situation will begin to change.
How to get rid of old things: where to start
As a rule, throwing away old things starts with the closets, but no one bothers you to start, for example, with “cleaning out” the loggia, the pantry. Better yet, first get rid of unnecessary large items, for example, a worn out soft sofa or a crumbling chest of drawers, which no one will repair. In addition, old upholstered furniture can harbor bedbugs and other insects that are dangerous to humans. So let's get started...
Balconies and loggias
On the balcony, find all the trash that was put away in case it “suddenly comes in handy”, but for six months, a year or more you haven’t even touched it. Look what's hidden in boxes, old suitcases and - there's probably something to throw away, if not everything! By the way, if you don’t need the suitcase either, then you can safely throw it away, the only exceptions being those.
What other unnecessary items can be found on the balcony? Look for junk in tool boxes; as a rule, there may be some parts stored there that you planned to “return” to their place, to fix something, but never did, especially if that thing, the part from which is stored.
In general, it is best to use a balcony or loggia not for unnecessary rubbish, but as a place to relax, or to arrange a greenhouse there.
Pantry
This is another place that can simply be filled with junk. If you decide to throw away old things, then you need to start looking for them in the pantry.
Feel free to throw away any broken equipment stored in the pantry, for example, an old one or one that you will no longer repair, but kept in case “what if I decide to do it.”
If food is stored in a pantry or closet, they need to be checked for freshness: old canned food can be safely thrown away; you also need to check bulk products and make sure that there are no “living creatures” in them; There is no room for rotten vegetables either.
Take away everything you don’t use, repair shelves, cabinets, doors if they are broken somewhere, glue up torn wallpaper, refresh the walls and doors new paint. The pantry should be ventilated after such cleaning.
Cabinets and drawers
There is probably nothing harder than throwing away clothes and shoes, especially if they suit you very well, still like them or remind you of some event. Clothes and shoes, like no other things, “remember” your energy, so before throwing old things out of the closets, wash and dry them, wipe your shoes with a damp cloth. It is even recommended to burn things that are no longer suitable for anything. Everything old that has accumulated on things, especially bad ones, should not return to you or pass on to others. Therefore, either wash it away or destroy it!
You've probably already heard that you need to throw away things that haven't been worn for six months, but here everything is individual, depending on the situation or at your discretion. You can throw away everything old in one fell swoop, but it happens that your hand does not rise, then the solution will be to learn to throw away old things one by one, gradually, day after day...
In addition to cabinets, also check chests of drawers, ottomans, sofas, etc. What's stored in the built-in storage drawers in your bed? If these are bedding, then everything is fine, but if there are “trunks” with old things, throw them away mercilessly!
There are a lot of small drawers in furniture sets for the hallway, in children's walls and even in. They need to be checked for any unnecessary little things: checks, receipts, tear-off sheets of notes, old magazines and newspapers, broken pencils or written-off pens, etc. Do you still feel bad about throwing away all these old things? Believe me, your life will be better without them!
Kitchen
Another place to accumulate unnecessary things in an apartment or house is the kitchen. Here's how to declutter your kitchen:
- First of all, you need to find all the chipped dishes, plates or cups with cracks, teapots and sugar bowls with broken handles - we shamelessly throw all this in the trash, without regret.
- Old, unnecessary and ugly utensils that you haven’t used for a long time are also waiting to be thrown away.
- Next, you need to throw away worn-out kitchen textiles - towels, an apron, replacing it all with new and clean ones.
- Go through the cabinets where bulk products and cereals are stored, clean everything and put things in order.
- Remove anything that doesn't belong in your kitchen cabinets.
- Check cutlery and all kinds of utensils. Feel free to throw away all those who have lost their appearance, have lost functionality, are broken or simply require replacement.
Also, carry out a regular cleaning and throw away unnecessary items each time so that it is as spacious, fresh and clean as possible.
What things should not be thrown away
- antiques that cost a lot of money;
- items in good condition that can be sold;
- things from which you can make crafts, interior decor (provided that you are really doing this and not just dreaming of starting);
- things that will be useful at the dacha (no fanaticism here, so that EVERYTHING doesn’t come in handy by accident!);
- children's things and toys that can be passed on to someone “by inheritance”.
Many people really need to learn how to throw away old things without hesitation and without feeling sorry. Sometimes it is very difficult, but the result is worth it! When we get rid of the old, something new will certainly come into our lives, and it will definitely be clean and positive. Good luck decluttering!
The accumulation of old things, sometimes even out of order - dishes, furniture, household appliances, clothes, etc. is a problem for many people. Why is it problem? Yes, because some people have a hard time parting with their years of acquired junk, and this junk is as good as milk.
Esotericists claim that old things in the house block positive energy. In general, there are several interesting theories, which justify the need to get rid of everything old and unnecessary.
Law of Abundance
The law of abundance has not been canceled! It says: “For the new to come, you need to get rid of the old.” It's simple: the Universe simply will not see a place where to “send” you a new sofa if there is an old one in your house. By getting rid of the old, you show the Universe your willingness to accept its gifts and opportunities that it sends to you.
Feng Shui
Feng Shui experts also recommend getting rid of old things. Junk and unnecessary things do not allow the life-giving energy qi to move freely. There can be no talk of changes for the better in a cluttered house. It turns out that by accumulating old unnecessary things, a person closes the path to change, new impressions and events.
Back to the past
Psychologists say that old things take us back to the past, preventing us from developing in the present and thinking about the future. For example, when we hear music from the past, we involuntarily remember past events; we may even have some specific associations associated with the past. These things in psychology are called “anchors”. When we come into contact with these “anchors,” we automatically return to the past and live with the thoughts and emotions that we experienced in the past. Thoughts, as we know, shape our lives, so very often coming into contact with such “anchors” is very harmful.
Poor Man's Mindset
Many people accumulate old items in their home for years only because they are afraid that they will not be able to buy replacements. “What if I don’t have money for new thing and I’ll never have this again?” - that's what they think. This is the thinking of a poor person, since in this case there is programming for the negative, focusing on the worst outcome of the event. If you throw away old things with the thought that the Universe will give you an even better thing, then you are setting yourself up to receive new benefits.
Respect and self-love
It is necessary to get rid of Plyushkin syndrome, if only because of love and self-respect. Do you consider yourself worthy of living surrounded by beautiful things? Respect yourself and create a pleasant environment in your home in which you want to love, create, work or relax.
Remember that the Universe is always ready to give you what you want. But sometimes we ourselves slow down this moment with our wrong thinking. We wish you good luck and don't forget to press the buttons and
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It's time to start spring cleaning! Again, you turn out the contents of all the cabinets and nightstands onto the floor and begin to sort through the heaps of trash. “It seems like you don’t need this box, but it’s so beautiful! But this blouse reminds me of student years... Magazines from the early 2000s seem to be no longer relevant, but there beautiful pictures and the recipes are interesting, although I have no desire to cook at all.”
This is how mountains of garbage accumulate in the house, of which there is absolutely no use for many years, and they take up plenty of space. How to get rid of unnecessary things in the apartment?
Every home has a bag or two of unnecessary things. Most often, the following items fall under this concept:
- old dishes, extra sets;
- outdated or broken equipment;
- cloth;
- toys;
- magazines, newspapers, notebooks with notes;
- empty jars and boxes;
- stationery;
- shoes;
- all sorts of little things like accessories and hats;
- expired cosmetics;
- pieces of furniture.
Get ready to get rid of everything that does not benefit you and only interferes with your life, because it takes up free space and spoils the atmosphere of comfort.
Let's start getting rid of unnecessary things: 10 unusual ways
To begin with, it wouldn’t hurt to do general cleaning and throw away everything you don't mind. But this is just the beginning, and it will be more difficult to part with things further. Therefore, we offer you 10 techniques that will help you master the art of getting rid of unnecessary things.
Crucial 12 months
Most The best way find out what things should be thrown away - keep track of what you use throughout the year. While going through the boxes, try to remember when you were in last time met with every subject.
With things in the closet, everything is generally simple: hang the clothes on hangers and unfold them reverse side. Turn every item worn at least once right side out. In a year you will see what remains untouched. If you haven’t worn it during all this time, you’re unlikely to wear it later. The same goes for other items.
Imaginary move
Imagine that the time has come to move to a modest, cozy apartment. There is little space in the boxes, so you can only take with you what you really need. Can you do without a juicer and toaster? There is a reason to get rid of them. In your “new” home, you are also unlikely to need clippings from magazines from ten years ago and cute dresses from your school days. But put your favorite shoes and folder with documents away from the trash can!
Psychology of poverty
There is a theory according to which people who lack finances to organize their lives are prone to hoarding, not money, but garbage things. This is due to the desire to leave something “for a rainy day, what if it comes in handy?”
If you do not consider yourself poor and are striving to improve the quality of your life, immediately eradicate this habit.
Soon you will notice that life is really starting to get better. Positive thoughts and a new environment in the apartment are powerful prerequisites for achieving well-being.
Create comfort
It is impossible to achieve a warm, cozy atmosphere if your home is littered with junk. From this pile, select items that can be used to make your home more comfortable and cozy. For example, hang old ones on the wall family photos, put a blanket on the chair, make a panel of memorable little things. And don't forget to read.
But throw everything that turns out to be superfluous into the trash. Believe me, the apartment will become more spacious and much more comfortable.
Down with broken things!
Remember the main rule: never keep broken things. These include torn clothes or broken dishes. If something was not repaired immediately, the situation is unlikely to change in the future.
Tights with a crease even after darning will not look so great. There is no need to try to glue a broken favorite cup or vase - the seams will still be noticeable, and such objects attract bad energy. In addition, there is a pleasant reason to buy something new.
Rule of ten
This is a very useful and clever trick. Its essence is that every week you need to throw away 10 unnecessary items. For example, in 7 days, used cosmetics jars, dead batteries, a stack of scribbled papers, holey socks, etc. can accumulate. The rest will be found in the depths of the closet or on the mezzanine.
Don't forget that different types Garbage needs to be disposed of in different ways. In particular, this applies to batteries and accumulators, plastic and glass containers.
Thanks to this technique, you will soon get rid of most unnecessary things, and absolutely “painlessly”.
Gifts for no reason
Another way to part with unnecessary things is to donate them. Surely, in your closets there are purchases that are useless to you, gifts that have never been tried and other nonsense. Think about it, maybe someone you know could use it more. For example, you can buy an almost new food processor for a friend who loves to cook much more than you. Well, what if your gift doesn’t benefit her? Well, then relax, it's not your problem anymore :)
Learn to share
Children's things, books read, toys are memorabilia, but you can do without them. But there are people who lack precisely these things that are useless to you. Learn to share, there is no need to create a junk warehouse at home.
Find out if someone you know needs items that you have in your “stocks”.
Call orphanages and clarify the list of necessary items, or immediately directly transfer them packages with selected “goods”.
Take things to the volunteer center, so people in need have the opportunity to get what they lack.
This way you will do a good deed and parting with what you have accumulated will not be so difficult.
Source of additional income
There is another very useful way get rid of unnecessary things in the apartment. Organize a sale! It’s very easy to do this today; you don’t need to stand in the market or in the courtyard of your house and offer goods to passers-by.
Create an ad on free sites for selling things. If an item is expensive, it would not be a bad idea to advertise it for a symbolic price.
Post an ad on your social media page. You can ask your friends to repost or send a message to thematic flea market groups.
Take your items to the consignment center. This is especially true for electronics and household appliances, as well as children's things and furniture.
An alternative option is to arrange a barter. You can negotiate with friends or on special websites. For example, you can exchange a skirt that you are tired of for beautiful jewelry or a blouse in a fashionable color.
Limit the space
To prevent debris from accumulating again after general cleaning, limit the space available for storing it. The closets should be spacious and comfortable. Leave a separate drawer or bedside table for the most expensive and memorable things, select a suitcase or a beautiful box, but nothing more. Balcony, mezzanine, attic, top shelves of a closet, drawers in a chest of drawers - this is not a place for storing rubbish! Store here only what you really need.
The main thing is not to overdo it, otherwise you risk throwing away something really important and necessary. To prevent the accumulation of junk in the future, reorganize your storage system. Surely you will have a lot of space freed up, so there is a reason to make a small rearrangement and update the interior.
Is there at least one Russian family in whose bins there will be no old furniture, stacks of Soviet magazines tied with ropes, old shoes“for the dacha” and other things that require urgent evacuation to the trash heap? Probably not. We are all Plyushkins in some way, and on every balcony, in the pantry, on mezzanines and cabinets, “sources of mites, allergens, mold and moths” have been stored for decades.
Do you need to get rid of old stuff, and how to do it wisely?
Why do you need to throw away the old?
- Old things clutter up space in the house and prevent not only the free circulation of clean air, but also (according to Feng Shui) the energy of qi (life). You can relate to the philosophy of Feng Shui itself in different ways, but deny Negative influence junk in the house cannot be harmful to the health of the household. Old things bring us old energy, dust, mites, etc., responding feeling unwell, laziness, apathy, and as a result – negative thoughts and projecting them onto your life.
- If you want to change anything in your life, start small. There will be no order in your life and in your head if there is no order in your home. Any changes are good. And as a rule, just by getting rid of the junk in your apartment, you begin to feel changes for the better.
- Old things in the house and attachment to them are programming oneself for poverty. We say to ourselves: “what if I throw away this sofa now and can’t buy a new one?”, projecting our pessimism in advance onto our well-being.
- According to a Chinese proverb, the new will not appear in life until the old is gone. Junk and junk are the main obstacle on the way vital energy. That is, until you make room for the “new”, you will have to live with the “old” (with all the ensuing consequences).
- The most negative energy accumulates in those corners of the apartment where old things have been lying for years, and where the hands of the owners do not reach. Old, out-of-fashion boots with worn heels, boxes of old dishes, skis and skates from childhood and especially chipped cups, worn-out clothes, broken radios and other things that are “a shame to throw away” - this is the source negative energy. By clearing our home of such energy and junk, we open the doors to happiness, abundance and harmony.
- Of course, throwing away family jewelry and antiques from your great-grandmothers makes no sense. But if these items evoke unpleasant emotions or memories in you, you also need to get rid of them (give them away, sell them, take them to a salon, etc.). Any antique– this is powerful energy. If you are unsure of its origin and positive story, you should not store such a thing at home.
- A fact established by experts: old, unnecessary things in the house also negatively affect the psyche of household members. Getting rid of junk is tantamount to effective “psychotherapy” that helps relieve stress and protect against depression.
- Carpets are warm, soft and beautiful. We won't argue. But old carpets in the house (and new ones too) are a source of dust, mites, etc. There are few people who regularly take their carpets to dry cleaning, and House cleaning(even the most thorough) does not clean the base of the carpet 100 percent. What can we say about the walls covered with Soviet carpets - the toxins of modern cities are absorbed into them for years. Get rid of dust collectors! To make it warm, soft and beautiful, today there are heated floors, cork floors and other non-hazardous coatings.
- Old books. Well, of course it's a pity. Stacks of magazines, fiction, newspapers, books accumulated over decades, which were once “with fire”, and in general “throwing away books is a sin.” But! “Library” dust is a strong allergen, the quality of paper leaves much to be desired, cheap paints and the lead content in them (in newspapers, magazines) are poison for the body. If there is no safe, separate place in the house to store such things, take them to the country, give them away or hand them over to old book stores.
- If you have allergies or asthma in your family, getting rid of old things is your top priority.
"Sentimental" item in memory of the past – this is understandable and explainable. A figurine in memory of my grandmother, an antique coffee table or a sugar bowl are things that we attach special importance to. Well, don’t part with them - that’s all.
But when these memorable “sentimental” things begin to surround you from all sides, fill closets and suitcases, crawl across kitchen shelves and cabinets, interfering with your desires to “live in your own way” (many people know the feeling of guilt - they say, when you throw away a box of grandma’s cards, you throw away “grandmother herself”) - means It's time to change something in your mind and in your life.
How to properly throw away old things - learn how to get rid of junk for good
- We are sorting out the shelves with books. Those books that have any value (antique, just dear to the heart), leave it. We sort the rest based on the situation: children's books, science fiction, detective stories and other readable literature we donate to libraries, books from the Soviet era we sell or hand over for sale (today there are many opportunities for such a “maneuver” and lovers of old books), cookbooks from the “take it” category meat for 2 rubles..." we give it away or boldly put it in a box near the trash heap.
- Family archive. Well, what mother would raise her hand to throw away her child’s old drawings, letters, manuscripts and notes? Preserving such a legacy (for future generations) is not difficult - it is enough to modernize the archive by digitizing all memorial papers and drawings. The same can be done with boxes of “ancient” videotapes that capture weddings, birthdays and simply memorable events - digitize and free up space.
- Old furniture. There are not so many options: place advertisements for sale on the Internet, take it to the country, give it to those in need, update it in a workshop or do it yourself and give an old chair (for example) a new life.
- Before throwing something into the trash, ask about its value. Perhaps this chest of drawers from your grandmother will bring you money for a new refrigerator, and the collection of old stamps will contain rare “papers with original glue”, which collectors have been chasing for many years.
- Buy new things only after getting rid of old ones. There is no need to store a dozen new sets of bed linen in the closet if you still have two dozen old ones there. Or buying a new refrigerator when you have a whole labyrinth of old ones in your hallway.
- Place all things from the mezzanine(from the closet, from the pantry) into one pile and sort it into “can’t do without this”, “useful”, “well, why do I need this” and “urgently in the trash”. Get rid of unnecessary junk without hesitation - discipline yourself.
- Lots of old clothes, which has long gone out of fashion, has become too big/small, is a little worn, has defects? Wash it, iron it, remove defects and take it to a second-hand store (second-hand store, online flea market, etc.). Still, the money was spent, and it’s stupid to just throw away things that can still serve someone, and that can still bring in a pretty penny.
- Please note - is it possible to renew the things you decide to throw away? For example, make fashionable shorts from old jeans, a decorative item from an old jacket, a masterpiece of painting from an old flowerpot, or a hand-made bedspread from a blanket that your mother gave you?
1. Hopelessly damaged items. Shirts with stubborn stains, stretched out T-shirts and moth-eaten sweaters have no place in your closet. Why store something that you are unlikely to wear again?
2. Clothes that don't fit. The reason, I think, is clear.
3. Old shoes. If she can be brought into divine form, do it. Vapors that cannot be restored are sent to the trash.
4. Worn underwear. When your bra can no longer support your breasts properly, it's time to replace it with a new one. It’s awkward to talk about torn panties - they’re thrown in the trash, that’s all.
5. Stockings and tights with ties or holes. Yes, yes, they can also be sewn up and worn under jeans or trousers. Either sew it up, or get rid of obviously useless things.
6. Holey socks. This is the same as in the previous paragraph: it’s up to you to sew it up or throw it away, as long as the socks don’t continue to lie idle.
7. Jewelry that has lost its former appearance. With jewelry, everything is clear: a broken lock, a torn chain or a fallen rhinestone are very good reasons to throw away a bracelet or necklace. You shouldn’t throw jewelry away; it’s better to have it repaired.
8. Old party dresses. Do you think there is a high chance that you will one day wear the outfit you wore to your high school prom? If the dress is in good condition, try selling it. If not, well, even with such things you need to be able to say goodbye.
9. Worn bags. And wallets too. Agree, the chance that you will one day decide to go out with a worn-out bag is zero.
10. Old swimsuits and swimming trunks. Say goodbye without regret to all stretched and faded copies.
11. Spare buttons from clothes you no longer wear. After all, what do you do with a set of completely different buttons?
Cosmetics and personal care
12. Old cosmetics. Firstly, since you haven't used it yet, it's unlikely that you'll ever need this eye shadow, lip gloss or foundation. Secondly, it has an expiration date. When it has come to an end, it’s time to say goodbye to the product.
13. Dried nail polish. Even if you dilute it with a special liquid, it still cannot be compared with fresh. Throw it away without hassle.
14. Eau de toilette samples. Why save them if you don't like the scent?
15. Samples of cosmetic products. Either use it or throw it away, there is no third option.
16. Old toiletries. Bald Toothbrush and a cracked soap dish is not something that should be carefully stored for many years.
17. Stretched hair ties. Here is good news for connoisseurs of rubber bands and telephone wires: bathe the rubber bands in boiling water, they will be as good as new.
18. Invisibility pins. Shake out the drawer with cosmetics or the box where you store jewelry, you will probably find several hairpins there. Since you don’t use them, there’s no point in storing them.
19. Almost out of cosmetics and household chemicals. There is a little bit of product left at the bottom, it seems like it’s time to throw it away, but the toad is choking. Give the toad a worthy rebuff and throw almost empty bottles and jars into the trash.
Food and kitchen supplies
20. Spoiled food. Will you eat them? No one will, so feel free to throw the old-timers of your refrigerator in the trash.
21. Old spices and seasonings. Like other products, they have . When it comes to an end, it's time for the spices to leave your kitchen cabinet.
22. Unnecessary mugs. Throw away the ones with cracks and chips, and take the intact ones that you don’t use for some reason to work. They will definitely come in handy there.
23. Old sponges for washing dishes. By the way, they should be changed regularly, and this should be done before the sponge begins to smell.
24. Pots and pans with scratched non-stick coatings. What's the point of this coating when all that's left of it is its name?
25. Empty jars and jars. It is unclear why they should be stored at all. Apparently, in the hope that someday all this will be useful. Let's be honest, has it been useful at least once? If not, goodbye jars!
26. Kitchenware which you are not using. Give the brand new one to your friends, throw away the used one.
27. Food containers you don't use. And at the same time, those that have lost their former appearance - the lid is cracked, for example.
28. Assorted dishes. Once upon a time there lived a tea couple, then the cup broke, but the saucer survived - or vice versa. It doesn’t seem to be a big deal, but using such utensils is not very pleasant. So it's time to send her to rest.
29. Broken kitchen utensils. And again: you can use them, but not very pleasantly. So why keep it?
Housing
30. Old towels with stains or holes. These are downright unpleasant to wipe yourself with, so don't hesitate to throw them away.
31. Worn-out bed linen. If it’s just faded, that’s all right, but torn sheets and duvet covers are heading straight to the landfill.
32. Shabby rugs from the bathroom and hallway. Life was not easy for them anyway, why prolong the suffering?
33. Old pillows. Still, they are no longer as plump and soft as before.
34. Extra hangers. Leave enough to hang your clothes and the rest in the trash.
35. Unnecessary flower vases. Donate, sell or get rid of them in any other way.
36. Trinkets. A figurine of a pig, given to you on the occasion of the coming of the year of this animal, is appropriate once every 12 years. Release the pig free, don't torture it. Souvenirs from her travels and refrigerator magnets will make her a great companion.
37. New Year decoration, which are not pleasing. A garland where several light bulbs are not lit, a glass ball that, instead of a factory fastening, is held on by a cleverly bent wire - do not turn the tree into an exhibition of junk.
38. Broken electronics and household appliances. If you still haven't fixed it, it means you don't really need it.
39. Spare parts for furniture. Collect all those little bits and pieces that seem to multiply by division and throw them straight in the trash.
Waste paper
40. Old checks and bills. Time is over guarantee period, which means there is no point in saving the check. Here are the payment receipts utilities should be kept at a minimum.
41. School and university textbooks. It's unlikely you'll need them. Give them to the library, so the books will be at least of some use. And you can throw away your notes with a clear conscience.
42. Postcards and wedding invitations. If they are dear to you as a memory, leave them, but there is no point in keeping a stack of cards with routine wishes of happiness and health.
43. Newspapers and magazines. Including those that you wrote out for homework back in school. foreign language. You never know, maybe you still keep them.
44. Discount cards for stores you don't go to. It’s logical: if you don’t go, then you don’t use cards.
45. Discount coupons that have expired. They won't give you a discount anyway.
46. Junk from the mailbox. Catalogs of amazing products, flyers with discounts from the nearest store and similar printed materials should be stored where they belong: in the trash can.
47. Instructions for assembling furniture. It is unlikely that you regularly disassemble and reassemble a closet or chest of drawers.
48. Guides. Why hoard paper brochures when you can use electronic versions guides?
49. Children's drawings. Whether it's your creations or your children's drawings, it's hard to part with something like that. Pull yourself together and keep only the ones you like best.
50. Duplicate photos. In case you don't trust cloud storage and prefer to store printed pictures in photo albums. But with clouds you shouldn’t do this, they are much more convenient.
51. Old diaries. Since they are lying around like a dead weight, throw them out already - and that’s the end of it.
Various little things
52. Boxes from household appliances. The same ones that thrifty citizens keep on their cupboards. When the warranty period ends, the boxes should be thrown into the trash.
53. Expired medications. It’s unlikely that any comments are needed here.
54. Old mobile phones. Is your nostalgia for bygone times so strong that you still keep them, which are unlikely to ever be turned on?
55. Unnecessary smartphone accessories. Sooner or later you will have to get rid of them anyway, so why put it off until later?
56. Dried flowers. Skip the sentimentality and throw away those dust collectors.
57. Old stationery. Sticky notes, dried markers and pens, folders for papers, and so on.
58. The wires are from unknown origin. Everything is simple here: if you know exactly why this cable is needed, and at least sometimes use it for its intended purpose, let it live. The rest should disappear from your home.
59. Old CDs and DVDs. Music you don't listen to anymore computer programs, which you are unlikely to ever use, films that you have watched more than once... Why do you need all this?
60. Souvenirs from promotions. Let’s say you were given a T-shirt with the logo of a milk producer emblazoned across the chest. Will you wear it? No, really?
61. Gifts you don't use. Or the ones you just don't like. Give them to people who will appreciate the gifts.
62. Used batteries. Hand them over for recycling; there is probably a collection point for batteries and accumulators in your city.
63. Animal toys. Of course, those to which your pet is indifferent. It is unlikely that he will ever change his mind and decide that a mouse on wheels or a squeaking rubber chicken is the dream of his whole life.
64. Board games where details are missing. You won't really be able to play them.
65. Wrinkled bows and ribbons for gift wrapping. Since they have lost their former appearance, there is no point in decorating a gift with them.
66. Small coins. However, you don’t have to throw them away, but put them in a piggy bank. If you collect a decent amount, you can exchange it at the bank.
Order in the house means order in the head, so make it a rule to do such cleaning from time to time. By the way, what would you add to this list?
