Declutter: 5 Things to Throw Away Right Now
Every home has clutter, whether you’re conscious of it or not. Some things are so small or insignificant that they get overlooked when you’re on your tidying up spree.
These are the things that seem to multiply when you turn your back.
Read on to find out several items you should throw out right now, without even stopping to think about it.
Expired items
Whether you’re talking about old antibiotic you didn’t finish or the spices in the back of the kitchen cupboard, expired items are everywhere and can be harmful if you use them.
FOOD ITEMS: Check your pantry and get rid of any old spices, dry goods, canned goods, or any packaged food.
Then take a minute to go through your refrigerator and ditch the expired condiments like ketchup, mayo, hot sauce, or salad dressing. We always have something that’s expired hiding in the back of the fridge, don’t you?
SPICES: Don’t forget to sort through your seasoning packets as well as the boxes and bottles of seasoning.
MEDICATION: Prescription medication can be especially harmful, but over the counter things expire as well. Contact your pharmacy for instructions on how to dispose of items correctly for the safety of pets and small children in your care.
MAKE-UP: A lot of bacteria lives in old make-up. So even if it’s something that hasn’t expired, if you’ve been using it for several months, it might be time to toss it.
PENS/PENCILS
If you’re like me, this is much easier said than done but toss out any dried up pens, markers, and highlighters. Get rid of any broken pencils and anything else that is over-populating your desk drawers.
Socks
Whether they’re missing a match or have a hole in the toe or heel, it’s time to let them go. No, you’re not going to fix them, and its mate is probably long gone (No. No one knows where it went).
Grocery Bags
While reusable grocery bags are a great idea, just how many do you really need?
Sort through your stash and keep a reasonable number for a full load of groceries. Give the rest to a friend or family member that needs them.
Old Reading Material
Toss the old magazines and release any books you’ve finished reading and are not likely to read again.
A lot of places love donations of these items, such as hair salons, shelters, and nursing homes. Share the love of a good book with others rather than keeping your space cluttered.
By paying attention to the little things around us, it’s easy to find a lot of clutter that you might sweep under the radar.
A quick toss of these items will free up more space than you think and leaves your world much tidier.
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