Did you really have to buy everything that you have been using recently? It seems that when we need something or when we even think we might need something, we run right out and buy it. But maybe that’s really not the best way for us to do things. The more we bring into our homes, there’s more of a chance that we are going to throw off our clutter-to-calm ratio and have too much clutter on our hands. One way we can strive to reduce clutter is by borrowing something instead of buying it, at least find out if it’s an option before you run to the store. Maybe you need a baking dish in a size you would hardly ever use, can you borrow one from a family member or friend? Maybe you are making cheesecake for your first time, can you borrow a pan to make sure you like making cheesecake first? Maybe you are going out on the town, can you borrow a shirt from a friend before running out and buying a new one?
Not only will borrowing from others help you reduce clutter in your own home, it will also save you money-now that’s a win/win!
So the next time you need something, at least pause and ask yourself if someone else has it that would be willing to let you borrow it before you make the decision to buy it!
