Photo: What I've gotten rid of so far this summer! Send me your photos!1) Take it slow
Cleaning is addictive. Once you start tossing things, you’ll be tempted to throw everything in your closet away just for the rush. BEWARE! Doing this may seem like a good idea, but it’s actually counterproductive. If you get rid of a lot of things at once and leave them in your house, waiting to be tossed/donated/sold, you’ll end up rifling through, looking for something you tossed in a frenzy of passion. Then you’ll see other things you actually want to keep, and you could end up putting everything back in your closet. Remember, too, that it’s not easy to part with things with sentimental value, and you shouldn’t be harsh on yourself if it’s a slow process.
2) Get it out of the house
As an addendum, you should really avoid the whole “Actually, I might keep this” process by getting rid of something as soon as you can. Ideally, the same day. This will prevent you from putting it back.
3) Nostalgic music
Depending on the type of person you are, nostalgic music can be what you do or don’t want. If listening to your and your ex-boyfriend’s song is going to prevent you from throwing away his memorabilia, DON’T listen. If, on the other hand, it will help you move along, put the record on.
4) Reward yourself
I really like gingersnaps. Whenever I have to do a closet purge, I make a batch and eat one for every item I throw away. Here is an excellent recipe: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Big-Soft-Ginger-Cookies/Detail.aspx
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