Finding Happiness with Less

Over the past month, I’ve been on a serious decluttering mission — especially when it comes to my clothes. It’s been surprisingly satisfying to let go of what I don’t need, but now I’m at the next stage: figuring out how to organize what I actually kept.

Recently, I discovered Dana K. White (yes, I know, very late to the party), and I’m really into her “container concept.” The idea is simple but genius: you assign a physical container to hold your stuff — and when that container is full, that’s it. You don’t get more space, so you’re forced to be intentional about what earns a spot.

So with that in mind, here’s a breakdown of my current clothing “containers” and what I’m putting in each one.

Bedside Table

Because yes, even pajamas need boundaries.

• Drawer 1: Tights, socks, and a few random bedside knick-knacks (the usual suspects)

• Drawer 2: Pajamas and those extra fluffy, cozy socks for chilly nights

Dresser

Trying to keep this one functional and not overflowing with forgotten tees.

• Drawer 1: Underwear

• Drawer 2: Casual t-shirts and sports shirts

• Drawer 3: Long-sleeved athletic tops, leggings (both summer and winter ones)

Wardrobe

This is where most of the action happens.

• Shelf: Pants, Christmas pajamas (yes, they get their own space), scrubs

• Hangers: Dresses, cardigans, long-sleeved shirts, blouses, sweatshirts, and dress pants

• Shoe Rack: Shoes and sport socks

• Hooks: Belts and purses

3-Drawer Plastic Dresser (inside the wardrobe)

Reserved for the sporty stuff.

• Drawer 1: Summer shorts

• Drawer 2: Biking gear

• Drawer 3: Trisuits and bathing suits

That’s where I’m at right now. It’s not Pinterest-perfect, but it works — and more importantly, it feels manageable. I’m really loving the idea that space is the limit, not my willpower. If it doesn’t fit in the container, it’s got to go.

Still tweaking things, but I’m finally feeling like I can find what I need without digging through piles. Progress!