Get Rid of the Mess: Decluttering What You Don’t Need to Make Space for What Matters Most

by Jenna Ford

Have you tried to declutter or organize your home only to give up or feel like you can’t make any real progress? Or have you decluttered and then found yourself back in the same mess again? Decluttering can be overwhelming and disheartening, but it can be done successfully with the right support.

For anyone who

Like you can’t get away from a cycle of clutterLike you’re drowning in stuffLike you’re suffocating in your homeAshamed by your messy homeFrustrated when you can’t find thingsExhausted and overwhelmed by the thought of getting your home neatDefeated because you’ve tried to clean things up before, and it just didn’t workStressed and time-starved due to the mess in your home
THIS BOOK IS FOR YOU!

You CAN break free from the clutter, stress, and overwhelm that comes with it! Even if you feel like you’re constantly drowning in clutter, the right guidance can help you declutter your home and finally get rid of the stuff you don’t need.

With an empathetic yet get-it-done approach, author Jenna Ford guides you through specific home decluttering strategies and how-to’s based on powerful behavior-changing principles, empowering you to triumph over your mess. You will get the step-by-step instructions to break down the intimidating task of decluttering into manageable pieces AND learn to SHIFT your mindset and CHANGE your limiting behaviors. These three elements are crucial to decluttering AND keeping it that way.

Specifically, you’ll learn strategies Get motivated to start and finish decluttering your homeCreate and execute a personal decluttering plan based on your unique situation, including sample schedules and checklists, tips on how to break your project into manageable tasks, and tips for organizing your home.Overcome your decluttering obstacles, such as emotional attachment to your stuff, fear of letting go, perfectionism, and the unrelenting feelings of “what if I need it later?” by tapping into tools rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy principles.Engage others in the process.Achieve long-term, sustainable success by tapping into lifestyle modifications and techniques such as time blocking and habit stacking.
Plus, easy-to-follow exercises will help you unlock insights about you and your clutter, putting you on the path clutterLess stressMore timeMore well-being, andMore of a chance to live a more fulfilling life
Your journey to a clutter-less life starts here.

Genres: Nonfiction

134 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 11, 2023

Reviews

[Ciprian Bujor · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting and useful

It's a good book, well structured for its purpose. I liked that the author is offering references to studies to back up its assertions. It was a good reminder even for me to get some things out the door :) I don't really think one needs a book for this purpose, but also I understand there are a lot of people who might need advice.

[Brandee B · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars. I like the way this is laid out and my OCD mind likes the charts and organization of her methods but it is wild to me to declutter with 8 different boxes. I mean where in the heck am I going to find room for that many sort boxes. I really do like her charts though. Easy to follow and plan. Now for motivation

[Carol Labarbera · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Practical Guide to Decluttering: Simple, Effective, and Relatable

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by clutter but didn't know where to start, this book is the perfect resource. Written in an easy-to-read style, it breaks down the issues and processes of decluttering in a way that feels approachable and relatable.

One of the standout aspects of this book is the level of detail provided—not just on how to begin, but also on how to stay on track. It offers a well-thought-out roadmap to help you overcome the struggles of mess and disorganization, making it a valuable guide for anyone serious about reclaiming their space.

Whether you're tackling a small mess or a full-home transformation, this book provides practical steps to make the process manageable. If you're looking for motivation and clear strategies to declutter effectively, this is a must-read.

[Glenda Gordon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great, useful book

This book is full of information and a great resource for getting into the decluttering mindset. It provides more than just useful tips and tricks - it provides a plan to follow as you begin, and continue, the process. It also provides motivation and the reasons for removing the clutter in your house, your space, and your life. I found it to be inspiring, and I look forward to incorporating many of these steps into my decluttering process.

[Rochelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just what I needed

This book went directly to all of my decluttering issues I was hiding like a dirty secret. I thought it was just me. Here you will find the tools for physical decluttering. But more importantly you get help processing the mindset that prevents you from decluttering and insight to the cluttering cycle. It helped me deal with the fear of decluttering and the emotional overwhelm it involves. Excellent book for those of us bogged down with clutter.

[Sylvia Meese · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good Read

Great advice and ideas throughout book and so relatable but I fell it could have been more condensed. I found the chapters repetitive. Very easy to read and follow. Thank you for the ideas.

[Carol A. Leard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Systematic and instructful.

This book is easy to understand and while laying a path for decluttering, It takes into account the negative toll a cluttered home takes on its occupants, with suggestions for a positive way forward.

[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book!

Very helpful suggestions to declutter your home. I did implement some of the suggestions. Things have been better in my home. This book will be re- read over for more helpful insights.

[Brandi Collins · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a helpful guide for anyone who is struggling to declutter excess belongings. Just follow along and learn to let go of things that don't matter.