It immediately makes you feel more productive and makes your bedroom look neater.

And theres no need to master any fancy techniques (unless you want to, of course).

Do it as the water heats up for your morning shower.

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Or if your partner sleeps in longer, give this job to them.

This will prevent any running around looking for something that could make you late.

Just remember to consistently return items when youre done with them.

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Use a Dry-Erase Board Calendar

This easy way to be more organized is a game-changer.

If youre thinking about creating afamily command center, consider adding a dry-erase board for these quick notes.

Go Paperless

Paper pilescan be one of the most tedious clutter pitfalls.

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One way to minimize the mess is by going paperless with statements and bills.

Keepstorage labelsshort and sweet; if its too intricate, it will be harder to maintain your paper-sorting system.

This method can apply to anything else in your life, from your email inbox toyour pantry.

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Divide asock drawerinto only two types, with the kind you wear most often front and center.

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This is most apparent on the surfaces in your home.

Set aside a few minutes every day to put away items that youve taken out or brought home.

Habit Stack

Create time in your day to tidy by finding segments where you could be multitasking.

The purpose behind habit stacking is to combine tasks to streamline your schedule.

The same goes formeal prepping.

Write down a routine that will realistically work for you most of the time.

Set a Timer

This is an easy organizing trick that actually works.

Even if you dont finish everything, you’ll accomplish more than if you didnt clean up at all.

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Look through your medicine and toiletries at the start of each season and toss anything expired.

Do the same with your fridge, freezer, and pantry on a weekly basis.

Now, I leave things in my cart for a day or more before buying.

Take Out the Trash

And not just the bag in the can.

Get rid of all the little things that add up in random areas throughout your home.

Dont Fight the Bedroom Chair

We all have a version of the chairdrobe."

It could be a bench, a stationary bike, or, in my case, an ottoman.

But if your current chair (kind of) works, dont fight it.

However, make a point to clear it off at least once per week.