Day 1: Why You Should Follow the “Outbox Rule” Before Starting Any Decluttering Project

It works every time.

Day 1: The "Outbox Rule" Will Make Decluttering So Much Easier Welcome to the Decluttering Cure! Whether it's your first time joining us or you're a seasoned pro, I'm so happy you're here. I'm Stephanie Nguyen, AT's senior editor of cleaning & organizing, and I am so excited about all the decluttering we'll do together. If you have any questions about the program or decluttering in general, I'll answer them in the Apartment Therapy community forum today, Monday, Sept. 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. You can share photos of what you're decluttering, ask questions about the program, and tell me how your day went! The first step in our decluttering journey is to set up three outboxes, which serve as a catchall for the items we'll need to toss, reconsider, or give away. These outboxes don't have to be traditional cardboard boxes; you can (and should!) use what you have at home to store items, whether an unused storage cube, an Amazon box, or even a garbage bag. They don't have to match either, as long as you have three things to use. READ MORE Come Chat with Us! Talk with thousands of Decluttering Cure community members by joining our Forum and comparing what works for you.  Looking for More Ways to Participate in the Decluttering Cure? Visit the 2024 Decluttering Cure page and catch up on assignments. Download the Decluttering Cure calendar. Check off that you've completed this task and track your overall Decluttering Cure progress here! See all the winners from our 2024 Organization Awards to get your home organized. The Cure Program is a tradition here at Apartment Therapy — it happens every January, April, and September. Click here to learn more about the year-round program and when to sign up.  Follow Us Unsubscribe or Manage Your Preferences  View this email in your browser    To ensure delivery to your inbox please add newsletters@mail.apartmenttherapy.com to your address book.  Apartment Therapy is full of ideas for creating a warm, beautiful, healthy home. If we've inspired you, we may receive a share of purchases made through this email. Apartment Therapy Media 270 Lafayette Street, Suite 1300 New York, NY 10012 ABOUT | CONTACT US | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF USE