Bigger isn’t always better, and that’s just as true when getting organised. Let’s look at why making small changes in your home rather than doing larger projects could be the best kept secret yet…
When getting your home organised, it’s easy to feel like you need to take on a massive project to see any real results.
Especially when you look at the gorgeous rooms and setups all over social media…
And when you start, with all the enthusiasm that brings with it, you may well imagine yourself overhauling an entire room over a single weekend, transforming it into the perfectly tidy haven of your dreams.
But here’s the thing – trying to do it all at once can be overwhelming and a recipe for actually not getting far at all.
You can become bogged down with the huge TO DO list in front of you, and after a time just end up giving up on the whole idea.
Not ideal.
So it will hopefully be good news for you when I say organising your home really doesn’t have to be a huge, overwhelming task.
In fact, making small, consistent changes is often a much more effective way to achieve long-lasting results (I call them your ‘next best W.I.N.S’).
Here are the reasons why:
Why Small Steps Work Wonders
1. You Build Habits That Stick
The key to a well organised home is knowing that it’s a journey not a destination. You’ll always be tweaking things to fit your life at any point in time.
As such, creating good habits will mean it’s easier to keep going over time.
Sure, you could spend an entire weekend decluttering your entire house, but would you be able to maintain that momentum, and would you even have the time to do it often?
Probably not.
That’s where smaller, more manageable steps come into play.
Instead of trying to tackle everything at once, focus on little tasks.
Maybe you spend 10 minutes tidying up every night before bed or make it a habit to declutter the fridge every Friday. – whatever works for you and fits into your day easily.
Because when you make it a habit to do these small things regularly, keeping your home tidy becomes part of your everyday routine, not just a one-time push.
2. You’ll Feel Less Overwhelmed
We’ve all experienced that sinking feeling when we look around and think, “Where do I even start?”.
In fact, it can be enough to stop us in our tracks as procrastination resulting from the overwhelm can all too easily set in.
Instead, when you break it down into smaller, bite-sized tasks, the whole process feels a lot less intimidating and much more doable.
3. Small Wins Build Momentum
That feeling when you finish something you set out to do is amazing, isn’t it! The rush of satisfaction makes it all worthwhile.
So why not get as many as possible? Why save it til the end of a huge project when you can celebrate the small wins instead?
These small victories can give you the push you need to keep going.
One organised shelf can motivate you to tackle the next, and before you know it, your space starts to transform.
Little by little, your home starts to feel more organised, without the pressure of an all-or-nothing approach.
4. You Can Adjust As You Go
Let’s face it – not every solution you set out to create in your home will work perfectly the first time around.
For example – you might try out a new system for storing your clothes, only to find that it’s not practical for your day-to-day life.
And that’s the advantage of making smaller changes – you have the flexibility to adjust as you go.
If something isn’t working, it’s easy to make tweaks without feeling like you need to redo an entire room.
This trial-and-error approach lets you figure out what actually works for your space, your habits, and your lifestyle, without the stress of trying to get everything right the first time.
5. You Minimise Disruption to Your Life
Let’s be honest: most of us don’t have the time or energy to completely turn our homes upside down for anything really.
Large-scale projects can be incredibly disruptive, making it almost impossible to go about your normal routine in a stress free way.
On the other hand, when you focus on smaller tasks, you can avoid turning your home into a construction zone of half-finished projects and scattered belongings.
By making small improvements, you’re steadily making progress without creating chaos in the process.
6. You Get Big Results – Just Through A Different Route
One of the best things about taking small steps is that they really do add up over time.
You don’t have to wait until your entire home is perfectly organised to start feeling the benefits.
And even the smallest change can make a noticeable difference. Maybe it’s a clean kitchen counter, a tidy bedside table, or a clutter-free hallway. These little improvements can make your space feel calmer and more organised, which in turn makes you feel more relaxed and in control.
So, before you dive into an all-out blitz of your home, why not try small steps instead?
After all, bigger doesn’t always mean better.
Small, consistent steps can lead to lasting changes, without the stress and overwhelm of trying to do it all at once.
Whether you’re tidying up one drawer or decluttering a single shelf, each little task will be a step towards a more organised, peaceful home.
In fact, taking it one small step at a time, and staying consistent, means that before long you’ll be able to have the amazing spaces of your dreams.
Just, without the stress of doing it all in one go.
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