As the clock strikes midnight on January 1, we’re often filled with excitement and resolve to add something to our lives. New fitness routines, hobbies, gadgets, or goals — all promising to make us better, happier, or more successful. But what if, this year, we tried a different approach? Instead of piling on more, what if we chose to remove?
Decluttering our lives — both physically and mentally — can lead to surprising clarity and freedom. Here’s why subtraction might be the key to a truly transformative new year.