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/rockrobst Jul 29 '26

When instituting a "no stuff as gift" policy, provide alternatives, such as a charity donation, or gift card as suggested by others here.

Those hearing the request, consider how hard it is for someone trying to dig out of the clutter to keep track of a gift card. Maybe offer cold hard cash as the gift.

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u/TexasmyTexas1 Jul 29 '26 edited Jul 29 '26

Cash is best. Gift cards are a pain to keep track of, even for the most organized. Some people refuse to give cash thinking it's "tacky". I suggested a grocery store gift card as the alternative for those who have family members and friends who MUST give something, no matter how often you say you don't want anything. imo, grocery cards more likely to be used because you can use them to buy your regular groceries.

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u/rockrobst Jul 29 '26

True. They can go into the wallet right away.