Five to Thrive Clearing the Clutter: Practical Tips for Organizing Your Home After 50

Show Notes:[SUMMARY]:Summary:Valerie Hatcher shares five practical tips for decluttering and organizing your home after 50. She emphasizes starting small, tackling one room or category at a time, and using the three-box method (keep, sell, donate) to sort through belongings. Valerie also suggests investing in meaningful organization solutions, committing to regular decluttering rituals, and showcasing only the items that truly resonate with you. By decluttering, you can create a serene and clutter-free space that reflects your unique story and allows for new beginnings.Timestamps:0:00 Introduction to the podcast and topic of decluttering and organizing01:07 Starting small and tackling one room or category at a time03:46 Using the three-box method for sorting items07:29 Investing in meaningful organization solutions08:45 Committing to quarterly or biannual decluttering rituals09:56 Taking short daily tidying breaks and putting things away10:33 Showcasing meaningful and resonant decorative items11:56 Final thoughts on decluttering and embracing simplicity11:59 Conclusion and call to action for listeners to subscribe and connectKey Takeaways:Start small by tackling one room or category at a time.Use the three-box method: keep, sell, and donate.Invest in meaningful organization solutions that fit your needs.Commit to quarterly or biannual decluttering rituals to reassess and reorganize.Showcase only the items that truly resonate with you and create a clutter-free space.<br/> Connect with Valerie:* Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.  * Email at hello@agingwithgraceandstyle.comJoin Us Next Time:If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Stay tuned for more inspiring chats, tips, and stories about the midlife journey. See you soon! Let's continue to age with grace, style, and a touch of sass.