The reviewer appreciates the practical and humorous advice in 'Throw Out Fifty Things' by Gail Blanke, which simplifies decluttering by focusing on 50 categories of items rather than individual pieces. They find the approach manageable and plan to start with their office desk, aiming to declutter one room every two weeks.
The reviewer is currently reading 'Throw Out Fifty Things' and finds the book's no-nonsense, humorous style refreshing. Unlike other decluttering advice that can be too basic, Blanke's approach of focusing on 50 categories of items makes the process feel more achievable. The reviewer is initially nervous about starting but appreciates the structured timeline of two weeks per room. They plan to begin with their office desk and will track their progress, using the book's workbook for motivation. The reviewer also invites others to share their decluttering challenges in the comments.
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One thing I like about the book is Blanke’s no-nonsense, get-it-done style. I also love her sense of humor.
Yeah, it sounds easy until you read that 50 things is really 50 _categories_ of things.
I’m a bit nervous about this. I have multiples of the same type of items (who doesn’t?). Will I be able to make it to fifty?