I'm a professional organizer. I see clients make these 6 decluttering mistakes again and again.

As a professional organizer, I've noticed several mistakes people make when trying to declutter their homes.

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I'm a professional organizer who has helped many people over the years with decluttering, home organization, and learning how to intentionally use their space.No matter the type of house or lifestyle, I notice most people fall for the same decluttering pitfalls, preventing them from achieving the organized dwelling of their dreams.Here are the six biggest mistakes I see inside almost every home I walk into.

Trying to organize before decluttering almost never works.

I like to clear out excess items before I start organizing an area.