Try Using the 20/10 Method the Next Time You Organize

You'll need a timer, trash bags, a donations box, and baskets or storage containers.

Organizing can be overwhelming but, there’s a method you can follow to help make it an easier task. Try the 20-10 rule. It aims to save you time and help you feel more in control with an organized space. The approach works like this…commit to 20 minutes of cleaning and organizing followed by a well-deserved 10-minute break.

You’ll need a timer, trash bags, a donations box, and baskets or storage containers. Start the timer and spend 20 minutes separating and categorizing items where you best see fit. Once the timer goes off, reward yourself with 10 minutes of relaxation. eat a snack, scroll on your phone, or something calming. After the 10 minutes, jump back in for another 20-minute session of organizing. The method sets small goals that can easily be accomplished and allows you to re-motivate.