Clutter has a way of creeping up quietly until one day you find yourself staring at a gigantic mess with no clue where to start. To eliminate decision fatigue, some experts recommend the “worst first” strategy. The idea, which has gained traction on Reddit recently, is similar to the popular time-management concept of “eating the frog.” In theory, it’s supposed to make everything else that comes after feel easier.

Lisa Hettinger , CPO, certified professional organizer and founder of Clean Slate

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