The Truth About Storage Units (An Unpopular Opinion)

I know this is going to be an unpopular opinion — especially among my fellow New Yorkers — but there's proof behind what I'm about to say.

Americans spend an eye-popping $38 billion every year on self-storage units. And a large percentage of those units? They're holding unwanted items with little real value. Here's the thing about packing items away in boxes: once they're out of sight, they're typically forgotten. And forgotten items are wasted items — wasted money, wasted space, wasted mental energy.

I am a professional home organizer, but long before I started my decluttering career, I was a Brooklyn resident—I’ve been living here for almost 25 years. I’ve moved around and I know about all the joys and charms—and the challenges—of living here!

I am a professional home organizer, but long before I started my decluttering career, I was a Brooklyn resident—I’ve been living here for almost 25 years. I’ve moved around and I know about all the joys and charms—and the challenges—of living here!

When you think of an organized home, do you think about perfectly labeled bins and color-coordinated closets? While these elements look beautiful and can certainly help maintain order, they are not the true foundation of an organized home. The real magic lies in the often-overlooked yet transformative step: decluttering.

As a professional organizer, I've seen firsthand the transformative power of a clutter-free home. Let's dive into why decluttering your home can be a game-changer for your well-being.