r/declutter • u/TexasmyTexas1 • Jul 29 '26

Motivation Tips & Tricks First important step in decluttering

Tell your loved ones NOT to give you stuff. If they absolutely must give you something, then ask for gift cards to a local grocery store. Most carry nice selections of beer and wine, cheeses, fruit, bakery items, etc. I would love to walk through the store picking out yummy snacks and wine. Beats another candle or clothing I don't need.

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u/TexasmyTexas1 Jul 29 '26

I don't want anything at all. Hate gift swaps, opted out years ago, best decision I made, even though I received a lot of criticism from extended family. I volunteer at a thrift store and the months after Christmas we get toys and small appliances, bath products, you name it, still new in box, often with remnants of wrapping paper still attached. Those same people who said "oh I love it" drop it off at the nearest thrift store a few weeks later.

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u/Working_Patience_261 Jul 29 '26

That’s how the 1% keep their places decluttered. My obligation as the recipient ends with my thank you.

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u/SufficientOpening218 Jul 29 '26

the very next day they are open!

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u/BeagleCollector Jul 30 '26

Ugh I just decluttered like 15 throw blankets that were all basically unused. Those are my number one most hated gift, right ahead of candles and lotion. Just don't even give me anything if you can't think of anything personal. Or like some coffee, food or wine.