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If your home feels chaotic, it could seem overwhelming to try to tackle everything that’s on your to do list. If you’ve made an assessment of your home and discovered there are a lot of things you want to do, the best advice is to start small. There are things you can do right now to control the chaos that don’t take too much effort.

Tips for getting control of the chaos right now

Tip: Do a clean sweep for trash- Many homes that suffer from clutter have trash that hasn’t made it to the bin. An easy and immediate way to get control of the chaos is to clear trash from every room in the home. You can easily enlist your family and get things done even faster. Clearing out trash is an immediate gratification activity that will help you feel calmer and more organized in your home. 

Tip: Pile it on- If you’re faced with a lot of clutter and you don’t know quite what to do, pile it on. Gather like items into groups and make piles that you can then relocate to their proper places. Pile papers together that you can relocate, toss, or sort through. Pile clothing items that can be taken to the laundry or bedroom. The quick act of gathering items together into piles can reduce the amount of clutter and somewhat organize the chaos. 

Tip: Tackle one space- Sometimes all you need is to tackle one space at a time. If your whole environment feels too much to organize, start with one manageable space. Remove clutter, clean, organize, and update décor if you’d like. Focusing on one space at a time makes it easier to regain control. Once you’ve completed one space, you’re ready to tackle another.

Tip: Get a buddy- Sometimes it’s helpful to have someone tackle things with you. Tag teaming the chaos can get things under control quickly. A partner can also help move furniture, distribute chores, and make things fun and entertaining. Having someone to help makes big tasks seem easier to manage. From deciding what to keep and what to get rid of, to choosing new paint for the walls, a buddy can be a very helpful teammate. 

When you’ve made the commitment to tackle the chaos at home, it can feel overwhelming. Start small and do one thing to control the chaos right now. The rest can wait until you’re ready. Taking small steps can make a big difference when you are intentional about creating peace in your home.