The Great Decluttering Adventure: Tackling Chaos One Junk Drawer at a Time

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Where can you reduce clutter in your life?

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Ah, clutter—the sneaky little gremlin that quietly invades our homes, minds, and even our digital lives. It’s like glitter after a craft project—somehow, it’s everywhere. So, where can you tackle the mess to create a little more breathing room in your life? Here are a few places to start:

1. Your Closet
   Let’s face it: half of your wardrobe is probably stuff you haven’t worn since skinny jeans were first declared “over.” Go full Marie Kondo and ask yourself if those sequined bell-bottoms from 2007 still bring you joy—or just guilt when you see them lurking in the corner.
2. Your Junk Drawer
   Every home has one (or several). It’s where rubber bands, mismatched batteries, and a tiny screwdriver live rent-free. Spoiler alert: you don’t need half of it. Toss the ancient ketchup packets and that single chopstick already.
3. Your Digital Life
   Raise your hand if you’ve got 2,394 unread emails. It’s okay, this is a safe space. Clearing your inbox and unsubscribing from those “Last Chance Sale” emails might just free your mind. Bonus points for cleaning up your phone apps while you’re at it!
4. Your Schedule
   Overcommitment is a form of clutter too. Do you really need to attend that seventh Zoom meeting of the week? Learn the art of saying no—it’s incredibly liberating.
5. Your Mind
   Mental clutter is real, folks. Journaling, meditating, or even a quick dance party in your living room can do wonders for clearing out that stress-induced brain fog. (Yes, there’s science behind dancing it out, so go full Meredith and Cristina from Grey’s Anatomy if needed!)

For more tips on decluttering, check out my blog post, Mindful Minimalism: How to Declutter Your Life and Mind for a Fresh Start, here.

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Remember, decluttering isn’t about achieving perfection—it’s about creating space for what truly matters. So grab a garbage bag, a bold latte, and get to it. Your lighter, freer future self will thank you.

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Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence. 

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