1. Donate with intentionDo a quick sweep of closets, shelves, and drawers. Pull what you won’t wear, use, or want. When my kids were younger, we did this together before school started again. It made space for new gifts, and we donated toys they’d outgrown. Donating something you no longer use gives you back space and helps someone today.2. Clear the counters for smoother mealsMeal planning is easier when counters are clear, and pantry items are visible. Return small appliances to cupboards, restock basics, and group foods so you can see what you have. Check dates to reduce waste. Clear counters calm the mind, and a visible pantry helps the budget.3. Winter-ready entrywayPut the warmest coats and boots front and center. Use baskets or labelled bins for hats, mitts, and scarves to keep exits quick. If something is itchy, the wrong size, or not your style, donate it now when it can help someone the most.4. File refreshI keep a simple “incoming” folder for bills and essentials. In January, I empty files, clear last year’s statements, and gather what I’ll need for tax time. I move archival papers to a separate spot and shred what’s no longer needed. In Canada, plan to keep tax documents for at least six years. This quick reset streamlines your system and highlights any tasks that need attention this year.
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