Which Clutter-Clearing Style are YOU?

When it comes to clearing clutter, there’s no single “right” way, but there are definitely patterns in how people approach it! Recognizing your own organizing style can help you work with your natural tendencies instead of against them. So, which one are you?

The Charger

Style: All in, all at once.

You’re the type who gets hit with a wave of motivation and goes into full “project mode.” You’ll empty an entire closet or try to tackle the garage in a single weekend.

Pros:

•  Big, visible progress right away!
•  The thrill of transformation keeps you excited.

Cons:

•  You burn out fast and may leave piles unfinished.
•  Maintaining order afterward can feel daunting.

Tip: Channel that burst of energy into one contained zone at a time. Promise yourself you’ll finish it completely, putting everything away and donating/tossing the rest, before starting on your next sprint.

The Crawler

Style: Slow and steady wins the race.

You prefer to chip away at clutter a little at a time, one drawer a day, one bin a week.

Pros:

•  Easy to fit into your routine.
•  You avoid burnout and gradually build habits that stick.

Cons:

•  Progress can feel slow.
•  It’s easy to lose momentum or get distracted by daily life.

Tip: Celebrate every single mini-win, no matter how small. Also, take before/after photos to remind yourself of your slow but steady success.

The Contemplator

Style: Avoidance disguised as good intentions.

You mean to get organized, once you find the “perfect system”, or research all the options, or when you have “a free weekend,” or after life calms down.

Pros:

•  You’re thoughtful and like to plan before acting.
•  Once you start, you often create beautiful systems.

Cons:

•  You delay taking action, waiting for ideal conditions.
•  Clutter quietly multiplies while you wait.

Tip: Start imperfectly! Set a deadline and get started. Even five minutes of sorting can get you unstuck. Action brings results faster than planning ever will.

The Collector

Style: You see value, beauty, or memory in almost everything

Letting go feels like erasing part of your past, so things stay tucked away in bins, drawers, and closets “just in case.”

Pros:

•  You have a deep appreciation for history and sentiment.
•  You’re often the family memory keeper, the one who saves what matters most.

Cons:

•  Emotional attachment can make it hard to make clear decisions.
•  You may hold onto items that no longer fit your space or lifestyle.

Tip: Focus on curating instead of keeping. Choose your favorites and let the rest go with gratitude. Display or store your treasures with intention, and remind yourself that memories live in your heart, not in your storage bins.

No matter which type you are, remember: progress always beats perfection. Whether you pounce, pace, or ponder each item, every step you take brings you closer to the calm, clutter-free home you want.

So, which one are you — Charger, Crawler, Contemplator, or Collector?