Room by Room · Keep/Donate/Trash · Minimalist
| Question | If Yes | If No |
|---|---|---|
| Have I used it in the last year? | Consider keeping | Probably donate/trash |
| Does it bring me joy? (KonMari) | Keep | Thank it and let go |
| Would I buy it again today? | Keep | Donate |
| Do I have duplicates? | Keep best, donate rest | Keep if useful |
| Is it broken / expired? | Trash / recycle | Evaluate further |
| Method | How | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| KonMari | By category, not room. Keep only joy-sparking items. | Full home reset |
| 20/20 Rule | If replaceable for under $20 in under 20 min — let it go | Decision paralysis |
| One In, One Out | For every new item, one must leave | Maintaining order |
| 4-Box Method | 4 boxes: Keep, Donate, Trash, Relocate | Room-by-room |
| 12-12-12 Challenge | Find 12 to trash, 12 to donate, 12 to put away | Quick progress |