Ever since decluttering became a popular trend, it seems like nearly everyone has jumped on the bandwagon. As a result, there are a lot of great quotes and memes floating around the Internet relating to decluttering. Here are some of my favorites, and the last one is the best:
The more things you own, the more they own you. Anonymous
Clutter is the result of delayed decisions. Anonymous
Perfectionism is often an excuse for procrastination. Paul Graham
You can’t reach for anything new if your hands are still full of yesterday’s junk. Louise Smith
Life is a balance of holding on and letting go. Anonymous
The more you have, the more you dust! Robin Bastian
Storage experts are hoarders. Marie Kondo
If you don’t love it or use it, it’s clutter. Anonymous
Your home is living space, not storage space. Francine Jay
Happiness is a place between too little and too much. Finnish proverb
“Later” is the best friend of clutter. Peter Walsh
Collect moments, not things. Anonymous
Finally, my very favorite decluttering quote, words for a declutterer to live by, is:
Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful. William Morris