​This month JAM Organizing presents another informative article from a guest blogger. Enjoy!

​Decluttering makes our homes look neater and better organized. It's good for our mental wellbeing, too: a clean and tidy home boosts our energy, focus, and creativity. It sounds so simple, doesn't it? Just gather your belongings and divide them into categories (keep, sell, donate, throw away, etc.). However, choosing what to keep and what to donate can be a real challenge. Some things are simply too dear to donate, and what if you need it as soon as you get rid of it? Well, we're here to help! Here are the eight things you shouldn’t throw away.

Keeping our homes 100% clutter-free is easier said than done. The truth is, most of us have at least a tiny bit of clutter lurking around - behind closed doors, in closets, garages, etc. The worst thing is, we don't even realize we have it until it's gotten entirely out of hand. Putting a stop to it is a must, and the first step towards doing so is to identify the most common causes of clutter. Read on to learn more about what clutter is, why you might be dealing with it, and how to avoid it altogether, all so that you can eliminate the stress it creates.

​​This month JAM Organizing presents another informative article from a guest blogger. Enjoy!

A neat and organized home is something we all strive for. However, if your spouse and kids are unwilling to cooperate, keeping your entire household organized by yourself can be tricky. Finding ways of getting your spouse and family on board with your organizing plans is essential. Although it might feel impossible, it isn't! No matter their personalities, with the help of our tips and a little patience, they'll be on board in no time!

​If you don't spend a certain amount of time getting rid of it every day, clutter can quickly accumulate in your home. And there's so much of it! From piles of mail stacked on the desk that you plan to go through, all the old receipts you kept for whatever reason to the old clothes you haven't worn in years that are just sitting in your closet, it's easy not to notice it all piling up until it's too late. Although decluttering can seem overwhelming at first, the payoff is well worth it. There are plenty of benefits of decluttering your home, and in this article, we will go over some of them. Hopefully, they will help you find the motivation to finally start decluttering!

​As populations rise, living costs can skyrocket, leaving many of us looking for ways to afford a decent lifestyle with a budget that doesn't stretch as far as it may have stretched previously. One of the most common solutions is downsizing and moving into a smaller, less expensive home. (Read more about downsizing here.)

Living in a small home may leave you feeling a bit claustrophobic, and finding places for your belongings in a smaller space can be challenging. ​Try these ideas to help you feel at home despite the limited space!

​This month JAM Organizing presents another informative article from a guest blogger. Enjoy!

If you're local, pick up January's issue of Wrightsville Beach magazine and turn to page 14, if you're not, read on!

​Your home is your sanctuary. If the idea of decluttering seems like the most daunting task in the world, rest assured it will actually make you feel better in the long run. Here are seven reasons why organizing your home reduces stress and increases relaxation, getting you ever closer to that sanctuary you want and deserve.

Your pantry sees a lot of activity. Daily, you and your family are in and out, grabbing food and snacks, putting things back, loading, stacking, shoving, digging, stuffing - it's no wonder it can start to look a little chaotic. Keep reading to learn how you can reset your pantry - or get it organized for the first time - and how to best keep it that way.