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The Holistic Guide to Decluttering: Organize and Transform Your Space, Time, and Mind
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208 pages, Hardcover
Published September 22, 2020
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September 19, 2020
This is a nice book that focuses on decluttering all aspects of life with a mindfulness perspective. It will probably be more helpful for people who don't read a ton of these books (I do). It's a bit unique in that it tackles more parts of life than just your home, talking about how to pick the best planner for you and how to organize your tasks best, for example. Most of it really seemed like common sense to me, like buy less and get rid of things you don't need/like. Some things were lifted from other authors like Marie Kondo, such as compiling everything of that category in one place so you can see how much you have and pick what to keep. Other things are teachings most of us have from way back, like having an assigned place for everything and simple but important truths like put it away instead of putting it down. There were a couple of worksheets I liked. I wasn't a fan of the stock photos and much prefer books that show actual homes the author has worked on or at least photos that perfectly illustrate whatever her point is. These photos are pretty but generic.
It also seemed written for people with large homes and lots of money. For instance, the spaces are for things like laundry rooms and not small multi-purpose rooms. She says you should buy lots of clear storage containers with snapping lids to store all of your food. I do use clear storage containers for my food, but I use mason jars that I also use for canning, or recycled glass jars (iced tea gallon jugs are also awesome at storing bulk dry goods and you can usually find these for a dollar at thrift stores). Why buy new, expensive storage when you can repurpose and recycle instead? The closets and other spaces all seemed similarly expensive. The book also seems to have the bias of reflecting the author's way of life, with no sections on areas like garages, basements, attics, yards, etc. and no photos of older houses or less than pristine homes. My house is 90 years old. The tiny closets were built in a time when people had few clothes and little need for storage. The basement has cement floors and a pantry with a door made of a recycled wooden advertising sign (I happen to love it). Nothing in this book looks like my house, or like I'd want my house to look. I would have loved to see a little bit of variety in her decluttered areas (though many of the pictures are not decluttered areas but merely pretty pictures of arranged kitchen tools, stepping stones, stuff like that).
I appreciated that she said not to give kids' belongings away without asking. She says it makes them distrust you and also doesn't teach them how to live this way when they're grown, but it's also just obnoxious. :)
All in all, it is a nice guide. It's a short read but it has lots of good points, and tells you to develop routines (again, her suggestions and assumptions are nothing like my life). There's lots that will be helpful for most readers, I'm sure. For more in-depth advice, I recommend Decluttering at the Speed of Life, and the less helpful but lovely classic, The Magic of Tidying Up.
I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.
It also seemed written for people with large homes and lots of money. For instance, the spaces are for things like laundry rooms and not small multi-purpose rooms. She says you should buy lots of clear storage containers with snapping lids to store all of your food. I do use clear storage containers for my food, but I use mason jars that I also use for canning, or recycled glass jars (iced tea gallon jugs are also awesome at storing bulk dry goods and you can usually find these for a dollar at thrift stores). Why buy new, expensive storage when you can repurpose and recycle instead? The closets and other spaces all seemed similarly expensive. The book also seems to have the bias of reflecting the author's way of life, with no sections on areas like garages, basements, attics, yards, etc. and no photos of older houses or less than pristine homes. My house is 90 years old. The tiny closets were built in a time when people had few clothes and little need for storage. The basement has cement floors and a pantry with a door made of a recycled wooden advertising sign (I happen to love it). Nothing in this book looks like my house, or like I'd want my house to look. I would have loved to see a little bit of variety in her decluttered areas (though many of the pictures are not decluttered areas but merely pretty pictures of arranged kitchen tools, stepping stones, stuff like that).
I appreciated that she said not to give kids' belongings away without asking. She says it makes them distrust you and also doesn't teach them how to live this way when they're grown, but it's also just obnoxious. :)
All in all, it is a nice guide. It's a short read but it has lots of good points, and tells you to develop routines (again, her suggestions and assumptions are nothing like my life). There's lots that will be helpful for most readers, I'm sure. For more in-depth advice, I recommend Decluttering at the Speed of Life, and the less helpful but lovely classic, The Magic of Tidying Up.
I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.
August 30, 2020
This is a splendid guide to decluttering, with a unique focus on mind, space and time. I wish I’d read this before reorganizing our home this spring, when we went through every nook and cranny, shredding reams of paper and donating 25 bags of clothing to Goodwill.
Using Michele Vig’s strategy for decluttering, we could have done our spring clean faster, with less angst and more peace.
I find her process cleansing, both to space and mind. Our method was onerous, and while the end result is pleasing, the effort was enormous.
If I’d had Michele’s step-by-step directions, worksheets, and reflection tools, the task would have flowed more organically.
Also includes success stories and lovely photos for inspiration.
5 of 5 Stars
Pub Date 22 Sep 2020
Thanks to the author, Quarto Publishing Group – Fair Winds Press, and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.
#TheHolisticGuidetoDecluttering #NetGalley
Using Michele Vig’s strategy for decluttering, we could have done our spring clean faster, with less angst and more peace.
I find her process cleansing, both to space and mind. Our method was onerous, and while the end result is pleasing, the effort was enormous.
If I’d had Michele’s step-by-step directions, worksheets, and reflection tools, the task would have flowed more organically.
Also includes success stories and lovely photos for inspiration.
5 of 5 Stars
Pub Date 22 Sep 2020
Thanks to the author, Quarto Publishing Group – Fair Winds Press, and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.
#TheHolisticGuidetoDecluttering #NetGalley
August 29, 2020
Even as I opened the book I was wondering if it would be just a rehashed version of The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo.
I should not have worried.
Michele Vig's book stays true to the title of the book - holistic guide - and delivers a lesson not just on decluttering your possessions, but also your day and your mind. The "holistic" in the title does not just refer to the three types of clutter that Michele addresses, but also the before, during, and after process that she asks us to consider. "Why do you have so much clutter in the first place? How should you declutter and organise? And how can you continue living in this clutter-free & organised space?" - Those are the kind of essential questions that the book dives deeper into.
I love that Michele goes beyond the "spark joy" criteria to include "service" as a consideration - when you read that, it just makes so much sense!
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! If you are looking for a more holistic approach to decluttering your home and your life, you should definitely pick this up.
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of the book to review.
#TheHolisticGuidetoDecluttering #NetGalley
I should not have worried.
Michele Vig's book stays true to the title of the book - holistic guide - and delivers a lesson not just on decluttering your possessions, but also your day and your mind. The "holistic" in the title does not just refer to the three types of clutter that Michele addresses, but also the before, during, and after process that she asks us to consider. "Why do you have so much clutter in the first place? How should you declutter and organise? And how can you continue living in this clutter-free & organised space?" - Those are the kind of essential questions that the book dives deeper into.
I love that Michele goes beyond the "spark joy" criteria to include "service" as a consideration - when you read that, it just makes so much sense!
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! If you are looking for a more holistic approach to decluttering your home and your life, you should definitely pick this up.
Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of the book to review.
#TheHolisticGuidetoDecluttering #NetGalley
September 14, 2020
The Holistic Guide to Decluttering has a holistic approach to getting rid of clutter. Which means, it's not only about those extra shirts in your closet, or the twenty-three vases on your shelf. The idea behind this book is to declutter your mind, your time and your rooms and closets.
Michele Vig has a lot of experience as a professional 'declutterer' and shares a lot of practical tips in her book.
Michele Vig has a lot of experience as a professional 'declutterer' and shares a lot of practical tips in her book.
September 22, 2020
This is a different "decluttering book" because it tackle also the psychological reasons to hoard, to begin with, and gives also psychological solution to free your mind and not only your space. I liked it.
Questo non é il solito libro sul decluttering, fondamentalmente perché fornisce anche delle spiegazioni psicologiche al bisogno di accumulare, o all'incapacità di buttare, e a seguire anche soluzioni psicologiche per liberare prima di tutto la mente e poi lo spazio che ci circonda. Mi é piaciuto.
THANKS NETGALLEY FOR THE PREVIEW!
Questo non é il solito libro sul decluttering, fondamentalmente perché fornisce anche delle spiegazioni psicologiche al bisogno di accumulare, o all'incapacità di buttare, e a seguire anche soluzioni psicologiche per liberare prima di tutto la mente e poi lo spazio che ci circonda. Mi é piaciuto.
THANKS NETGALLEY FOR THE PREVIEW!
August 31, 2020
I really wanted to love this book, but I didn't feel like it was anything original.
I have read many books about decluttering/organising and it just felt like any other book.
A couple of things I really liked about this book - The photography was beautiful, and I loved seeing into other homes for inspiration. I also liked the section on folding clothes. I know it sounds patronising or ridiculous to have a short section on clothes folding, but it really does make a difference when you can see everything you have in your drawer. I found the photographs in this section very useful too.
Another thing that lets this book down is that I don't think it caters for smaller homes. All of the images are of luxurious large properties, and the ideas in the book cater for those spaces too. I live in a flat and would struggle to implement some of the ideas mentioned. I also personally cannot relate to having a larder or utility room in the home I have.
Overall this book felt far too serious - I think a book like this that takes itself too seriously can come across as patronising or stuck-up, so i feel that it should come with a but of humour. This book was massively lacking in that department. Far too 'high-brow' for its own good.
I have read many books about decluttering/organising and it just felt like any other book.
A couple of things I really liked about this book - The photography was beautiful, and I loved seeing into other homes for inspiration. I also liked the section on folding clothes. I know it sounds patronising or ridiculous to have a short section on clothes folding, but it really does make a difference when you can see everything you have in your drawer. I found the photographs in this section very useful too.
Another thing that lets this book down is that I don't think it caters for smaller homes. All of the images are of luxurious large properties, and the ideas in the book cater for those spaces too. I live in a flat and would struggle to implement some of the ideas mentioned. I also personally cannot relate to having a larder or utility room in the home I have.
Overall this book felt far too serious - I think a book like this that takes itself too seriously can come across as patronising or stuck-up, so i feel that it should come with a but of humour. This book was massively lacking in that department. Far too 'high-brow' for its own good.
September 2, 2020
3.5 Stars! I received an ARC for an honest review from Netgalley.
I was not expecting much from this book. I thought if I could read some of it and feel the slightest bit motivated to clean and organize this week, I would be happy. The beginning of the book was a bit of a rollercoaster for me. I overall enjoyed it, but there were a few short parts that I thought "Oh, this is where it will start going downhill." (Like when she starts to mention different studies, but this author knows her stuff because she actually -GASP- referenced each one at the end of the book rather than leave you feeling like she made them all up?!) Glad to say that I was wrong! I actually really love this book, and I cannot wait to purchase for *ahem* my partner whom I live with.
"Once you know what you need to do, taking action at a time when you will be most productive will create wonderful flow."
While her methods aren't exactly new, there was something so refreshing about the way she explains them that make them feel new. I had to stop myself from putting down the book so I could start to declutter our home! I really appreciate the way the book was broken down into the different rooms and categories. Everything from under the bathroom sink, to kids' toys, to your closet. She goes into just enough detail to get you on track and motivated, but it's simplified enough to where you can use it as a reference to refer back to over and over.
"Until you learn to organize your time, you'll struggle to organize other areas of your life."
What I was not expecting was the time and mental declutter sections. I am so used to people just mentioning how to fold your clothes or where exactly things should go. I love that she took the time to help you examine other areas of life that are the root issues of cluttered mess.
"If you're constantly on overdrive your mind can rush and make your body feel out of control."
This book feels like it could have been written for me. I feel like the author has absolutely been in my shoes throughout various stages of life and clutter. Because of her ability to relate, as well as great examples from her own clientele, I feel like she hit every mark I would need to consider to be more successful in keeping my home a decluttered and happy space. I love that she has simplified checklist at the end of the sections to not only recap, but utilize as a quick reference in the future.
"Learn when it's time to give your mind a break."
Again, I am so glad to see that she took the time to try and give some advice on managing your day and stress levels. It's nothing new, but so relevant and a much needed reminder for anyone.
I have nothing but great things to say about this book. It is definitely worth looking at if you are struggling to keep not only your space but yourself in check! It is a pretty quick read and easy to use for future reference based off the table of contents and the index in the back.
I was not expecting much from this book. I thought if I could read some of it and feel the slightest bit motivated to clean and organize this week, I would be happy. The beginning of the book was a bit of a rollercoaster for me. I overall enjoyed it, but there were a few short parts that I thought "Oh, this is where it will start going downhill." (Like when she starts to mention different studies, but this author knows her stuff because she actually -GASP- referenced each one at the end of the book rather than leave you feeling like she made them all up?!) Glad to say that I was wrong! I actually really love this book, and I cannot wait to purchase for *ahem* my partner whom I live with.
"Once you know what you need to do, taking action at a time when you will be most productive will create wonderful flow."
While her methods aren't exactly new, there was something so refreshing about the way she explains them that make them feel new. I had to stop myself from putting down the book so I could start to declutter our home! I really appreciate the way the book was broken down into the different rooms and categories. Everything from under the bathroom sink, to kids' toys, to your closet. She goes into just enough detail to get you on track and motivated, but it's simplified enough to where you can use it as a reference to refer back to over and over.
"Until you learn to organize your time, you'll struggle to organize other areas of your life."
What I was not expecting was the time and mental declutter sections. I am so used to people just mentioning how to fold your clothes or where exactly things should go. I love that she took the time to help you examine other areas of life that are the root issues of cluttered mess.
"If you're constantly on overdrive your mind can rush and make your body feel out of control."
This book feels like it could have been written for me. I feel like the author has absolutely been in my shoes throughout various stages of life and clutter. Because of her ability to relate, as well as great examples from her own clientele, I feel like she hit every mark I would need to consider to be more successful in keeping my home a decluttered and happy space. I love that she has simplified checklist at the end of the sections to not only recap, but utilize as a quick reference in the future.
"Learn when it's time to give your mind a break."
Again, I am so glad to see that she took the time to try and give some advice on managing your day and stress levels. It's nothing new, but so relevant and a much needed reminder for anyone.
I have nothing but great things to say about this book. It is definitely worth looking at if you are struggling to keep not only your space but yourself in check! It is a pretty quick read and easy to use for future reference based off the table of contents and the index in the back.
September 22, 2020
The Holistic Guide to Decluttering by Michele Vig is a home guide to help the reader declutter their home and target the physical, mental, and schedule clutter in everyday life. The book is visually appealing, but most of the photos are low quality and a bit blurry on the edges which can detract from the aesthetics a bit. The author opens up the book with understanding the common causes for clutter in our lives which can be boiled down to excessive purchasing and unnecessarily keeping items, usually because of negative emotions for both. The book then becomes more hopeful with helping the reader see the big picture of their lives and how decluttering can be positive for their lives. I enjoyed the little anecdotes for some of her previous clients. I also liked how the author provides exercises for you to determine your values and what you want your life to look like before you declutter so you are not decluttering for the sake of minimizing. Throughout the book, the author highlights the importance of our thoughts and feelings when it comes to decluttering which I think is imiportant. Overall I enjoyed the book and think this would be a good guide for those who struggle to declutter or are new to it.
Many thanks to the publisher Fair Winds Press and Netgalley for the ARC in return for an honest review.
Many thanks to the publisher Fair Winds Press and Netgalley for the ARC in return for an honest review.
September 1, 2020
This is a good book about decluttering your home, day and mind. I have been doing this for years. I just decided one day it was time, and I did it. I am a very good organizer, so it comes naturally to me. This is the first book I’ve read about the subject. I’m happy to see I’m doing most of these things. I do need to work on my walk-in closet though, but that is due to laziness at the moment.
I do believe this book is useful for many people. So many simply have too much stuff, too many things on their mind, and they are late for everything or can’t keep up with what they should be doing. I think I became a better and calmer person when I decided it’s time to make changes. I know many who should read this book, and I think this could be a good gift for people who are not sensitive, and immediately think badly of you for trying to help.
I like the short personal anecdotes about helping a person by telling them a story, a reason or something else so that they can realize for themselves where the problem lies. It might take awhile for people to actually accept the fact, but usually they get there. Emotional attachment to things really can be a big thing for many.
I do believe this book is useful for many people. So many simply have too much stuff, too many things on their mind, and they are late for everything or can’t keep up with what they should be doing. I think I became a better and calmer person when I decided it’s time to make changes. I know many who should read this book, and I think this could be a good gift for people who are not sensitive, and immediately think badly of you for trying to help.
I like the short personal anecdotes about helping a person by telling them a story, a reason or something else so that they can realize for themselves where the problem lies. It might take awhile for people to actually accept the fact, but usually they get there. Emotional attachment to things really can be a big thing for many.
August 31, 2020
This book is an essential for decluttering your home and your life! I am big fan of Marie Kondo, though admittedly find that I am not near as minimalist as she is. We have a house full of kiddos and are homebodies who like to be able to do most stuff from home so we inherently have more stuff. Michele's approach seemed to resonate with me more as I feel like her plan is more detailed and family friendly while allowing for more stuff if your lifestyle necessitates it. I love the emphasis on organizing well too. The book has beautiful pictures and while it looks very minimalist, it still looks lived in as well. She shows how to organize and fold many items (including pictures!) and even has adorable planner sheets and checklists to help you stay on task. I love the application of the principle that less is more here to show how living with less stuff can equate to living a life with more experiences and more bonding. Less stress, more simplicity. This book will definitely be one I go back to again and again!!!
October 1, 2020
I will definitely buy this book! It is much more useful than most decluttering books, and it also has attractive pictures. Michelle Vig focuses on helping readers deal with three types of clutter - physical, mental and time clutter. She suggests looking for the root cause of clutter in each dimension, and seeing what your intentions are. She explains how to set intentions in the first chapter.
Vig includes comprehensive and large sections on organising and decluttering your laundry, pantry, kitchen and bathroom. She also provides a large section on clothes with pictures of how to fold them. There are helpful summaries and checklists at the end of each chapter.
She differs from other authors in providing chapters about mental and time clutter. I found these especially helpful. She suggests ways to declutter your day, and plan ahead. There are also tips for de-stressing, for example, establishing routines, meditating and giving up your worries to a higher power.
I received this free ebook from NetGalley in return for an honest review.
Vig includes comprehensive and large sections on organising and decluttering your laundry, pantry, kitchen and bathroom. She also provides a large section on clothes with pictures of how to fold them. There are helpful summaries and checklists at the end of each chapter.
She differs from other authors in providing chapters about mental and time clutter. I found these especially helpful. She suggests ways to declutter your day, and plan ahead. There are also tips for de-stressing, for example, establishing routines, meditating and giving up your worries to a higher power.
I received this free ebook from NetGalley in return for an honest review.
October 26, 2020
I’ve read a few decluttering books and always struggle with the whole minimalist thing as I like books and I am not by nature a neat clothes folder. I’m glad I read this one as it takes a different approach to the Marie Kondo type and opened my mind to new ideas. Ms Vig considers all aspects of decluttering and looks at things from a mindfulness perspective which may sound all woo woo but is actually very practical. I highlighted many things to return to and I need to consider how to approach clearing my clothes and indeed my books and paperwork. Ms Vig looks at the whole big picture - why are we keeping this item/these items? Why do we feel drawn to this and why are we struggling to let it go? I liked this approach as it helped me to think about why I collect the things rather than wrestling with getting rid of stuff.
Lots to consider in this small book but there is meat here amongst the ideas and it is recommended if you need a fresh approach to your mess.
I was given a copy of the book by Netgalley in return for an honest review.
Lots to consider in this small book but there is meat here amongst the ideas and it is recommended if you need a fresh approach to your mess.
I was given a copy of the book by Netgalley in return for an honest review.
February 9, 2024
I truly enjoyed reading through this book! It gives insightful ways that you can declutter your home. it was a nice refresher course for me to enjoy. You can see the life coaching decluttering wisdom throughout it.
"When we shop, the brain chemical dopamine is triggered. When we consider buying something new, the neurotransmitter suggests as if the brain is anticipating a reward." She not only explains why people build up so much stuff in their lives, but she helps with the processing of the items so that they can let them go.
I love what she said about the problems of guilt people have over letting go of their stuff, due to the sentimental value of people who bought them the items. It is something I have seen firsthand. "I can't get rid of that; my grandmother gave me it!"
As a minimalist, this really made me want to declutter again, so I went and decluttered my bathroom even though I didn't have much stuff to declutter. It felt so great. I didn't realize I had a few hand towels falling apart that I had for the past 20 years. Whoops.
"When we shop, the brain chemical dopamine is triggered. When we consider buying something new, the neurotransmitter suggests as if the brain is anticipating a reward." She not only explains why people build up so much stuff in their lives, but she helps with the processing of the items so that they can let them go.
I love what she said about the problems of guilt people have over letting go of their stuff, due to the sentimental value of people who bought them the items. It is something I have seen firsthand. "I can't get rid of that; my grandmother gave me it!"
As a minimalist, this really made me want to declutter again, so I went and decluttered my bathroom even though I didn't have much stuff to declutter. It felt so great. I didn't realize I had a few hand towels falling apart that I had for the past 20 years. Whoops.
September 1, 2020
Author Michele Vig “ The Holistic Guide to Decluttering”. This book is full of little gems for You and organization.
A slow deep breath is POWERFUL!
It’s OK to get help.
Embrace simplicity.
Value progress over perfection.
Remove the the store packaging store in bins, glass so they can be easy to inventory.
For many clutter is a source of anxiety and stress because the accumulation is hidden behind closed doors”.
The photos are beautiful and show great examples of organization and simplicity.
As you clear the clutter from your space, your time and your mind, you will feel different.
Choose your people, Choose your TRIBE.
*** I really appreciate the RESOURCES page that will give you additional support and encouragement on your Holistic Journey to decluttering mind, your life and your home.
A slow deep breath is POWERFUL!
It’s OK to get help.
Embrace simplicity.
Value progress over perfection.
Remove the the store packaging store in bins, glass so they can be easy to inventory.
For many clutter is a source of anxiety and stress because the accumulation is hidden behind closed doors”.
The photos are beautiful and show great examples of organization and simplicity.
As you clear the clutter from your space, your time and your mind, you will feel different.
Choose your people, Choose your TRIBE.
*** I really appreciate the RESOURCES page that will give you additional support and encouragement on your Holistic Journey to decluttering mind, your life and your home.
September 2, 2020
It was basically Marie Kondo rewritten for the American market, with some added mindfulness. I still quite enjoyed it, and there were some useful tips. I definitely felt like it's aimed at an American audience, and probably people with large homes - Vig talks about creating a laundry space with room to hang clothes and store washing (kind of hard when your washing machine lives in a kitchen corner!) and there's a lot of stuff about wardrobe organisation that probably isn't suitable for most British readers.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to read this.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the chance to read this.
September 16, 2020
I enjoyed reading this book and all the tips. I found this book very helpful and it's a great gift for first time home owners. I'm obsessed with organization and simplicity. This book has lots of informations, tips and advices like for example, sometimes we don't throw things away because someone special gave it to us and we're scared about hurting their feelings but if the item doesn't fit our lifestyle anymore they should support you in the decision of not keeping it. I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review
September 16, 2020
While we have all been dealing with Covid, we are spending more time at home. If you are like me, you look around and think, this place could use some work and so could I in terms of mindfulness and awareness. This title addresses these topics from a number of perspectives.
Many people have been exposed to Marie Kondo by now; this book provides an additional perspective. There are many practical tips here as well as a good linking between physical clutter and mental/emotional overload as well.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.
Many people have been exposed to Marie Kondo by now; this book provides an additional perspective. There are many practical tips here as well as a good linking between physical clutter and mental/emotional overload as well.
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this title. All opinions are my own.
December 10, 2022
The author of this book is certified in the KonMari method and it shows, in a good way! I think a lot of people who find Marie Kondo a bit too much might find this a bit more palatable to their tastes. She follows and expands on a lot of the same principles without some of the elements that people find a bit over the top such as talking to your objects. I feel like the sections on time and mental clutter are also elements that are present in KonMari that Vig has taken the time to really elaborate and focus on, which is great!
October 9, 2023
Professional organizer Michele Vig of Neat Little Nest offers in depth advice on decluttering your home, calendar and mind in ways that will last. This book not only offers solutions for decluttering and organizing but also helps you explore how you want your home and life to look and the reasons behind your clutter. I thought this was going to be overly spiritual for me but it is very practical and has easy to follow guidance on decluttering. It really made me think about how I want my space and life to look and feel.
September 19, 2020
The Holistic Guide to Decluttering" by Michele Vig covers clutter of the mind, time, and space and how to consistently remove them for good. Filled practical ideas, worksheets, and solutions the book is a refreshing take on Decluttering.
Thank you to the publisher, author, and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book.
Thank you to the publisher, author, and NetGalley for the opportunity to preview the book.
October 24, 2020
A beautifully designed book for anyone wanting to attack the clutter in their house! It wonderfully structured, allowing you to focus on the aspect of your house/life that you struggle most with! It definitely helped me loads in getting (and keeping) my place and life tidy and organised!
Thank you to netgalley for the earc of this book!
Thank you to netgalley for the earc of this book!
October 20, 2021
This is a great book that resonates well, including lots of pictures its inspiring and an interesting read. Helpful to those who want to declutter it will help you to create a less cluttered life. I love the principles shared of what life looks like with less "stuff"!
Great planner sheets and checklists included as well which serve as useful guides.
Great planner sheets and checklists included as well which serve as useful guides.
January 6, 2022
This book looks at decluttering not just as a cleaning up task, Michele delves into the reasons why clutter can build up and suggests managing those reasons as well as the physical clutter. Generalised practical tips about decluttering but more overview and thought provoking content, a great book to read to kick start your decluttering.
October 7, 2020
Such an interesting read, which tells you all about the reasons as to how we got cluttered in the first place. I found this book really helpful, it also helped you organise things to, as well as getting rid of things.
Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.
Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.
November 28, 2020
More of a mindset od decluttering and organizing - which can be helpful if many of the other books read are systems of either. Some worksheets you could do. Goes through different areas of the home which can be helpful as well.
July 19, 2022
I’ve read many decluttering books but this is the first one I’ve encountered that discusses decluttering you time and your mind! The book is designed part reference and part workbook. I just read through without doing the workbook sections but plan to revisit several parts of the book.
June 30, 2024
This was a really lovely reading experience complimented by the visually gorgeous layout and photos. Some good tips in here if starting out. I liked the fact she includes mental/time clutter as well as physical clutter and how both are interlinked and affect the other.
September 28, 2020
Easy to read and understand just wasn't a fan of the kindle version didn't operate properly to make it easy on the reader besides that liked the info and the concept.
October 19, 2020
Michele has created a map to help you find your way through your clutter challenges. This will adjust your focus and transform your life.
March 4, 2021
What a helpful book. You'll enjoy this book if you like some advice, on what you could do around home 🙂
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