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most of the morning cleaning, organizing, and decluttering his bedroom.
     
    You know what, though?
     
    He's a kid.
     
    And kids need to have fun and be able to relax.
     
    In the end, my son's messy bedroom was easily fixable and not worth getting upset about. You know what else isn't worth getting upset about? Someone accidentally leaving their shoes out, muddy footprints on your kitchen floor, dishes left in front of the television set, and laundry that was left next to the basket instead of inside of it.
     
    We all have those little things that bother us and that cause us anxiety, but part of organization means learning to let the little things go. Don't stress out or become obsessive when it comes to cleanliness.
     
    You should absolutely try to maintain an organized home, but you also need to know when to let things go.
     
    If you find that you cannot handle your stress, especially your stress related to your roommates or family members, it's important that you be proactive in countering your stress.
     
    What are some simple ways to do this?
    *Go for a run
    *Take a Yoga class
    *Go swimming
    *Read a calming book
    *Look at some magazines
    *Take a long bath
    *Take a nap
    *Talk with a friend (don't complain to your friend - just talk to your friend)
    *Get a manicure
    *Cuddle with your spouse
    *Watch a movie that you enjoy
    *Go to dinner with a friend
    *Use some lavender-scented candles in your home
     
    These are just a few ways that you can start to unwind. Of course, chances are that you have your own go-to methods of de-stressing. That's great! Remember that what matters isn't how you relax, but that you take the time to do it.

Declutter Tip #28: Ask your family to help you
     
    While you shouldn't stress over things you can't control, you should also realize when your housework and organization is too much for you to handle alone.
     
    If you have roommates, children, a spouse, or other relatives who live with you, communicate your needs and desires to them. Don't expect them to know that it stresses you out when they don't put their shoes away or when they pull out a stack of DVDs and don't put them back in the cupboard. Let them know nicely . Don't yell, fuss, or argue. That kind of behavior will only backfire on you.
     
    Also remember that your children and roommates shouldn't have to keep their own personal bedrooms clean at all times. Those are their spaces. Let them be. Common areas, though, like bathrooms, the kitchen, and the living room, should be a team effort.
     
    Ask nicely if your kids and partner will help you keep the living room and kitchen as clutter-free as possible. This doesn't mean that the house has to look perfect all of the time. That's just not going to happen. Instead, try to make a conscious effort to involve the other members of your family in making your home a fun and relaxing place to live.

Declutter Tip #29: Take pictures of each room.
     
    One simple way to keep a room clean is to take a picture of what each room looks like at its best. Tape the picture to the wall somewhere so that your family members can see what the room should look like.
     
    This works well for a child's bathroom or bedroom, as well as for places like the kitchen that tend to get messy.

 
    Declutter Tip #30: Reward yourself.
     
    After you've worked hard, done your best, decluttered your house, downsized your garage, sorted through your closet, and learned how to maintain a nice, neat looking house, it's time to reward yourself.
     
    Consider going out to dinner with your family, spending some quality time with your spouse, or just spending time indulging in an activity that you love to do alone.
     
    After a lot of hard work, it's important that you take the time to relax. Instead of jumping into another project right away - even another decluttering project - take a break. Give your body, your mind, and your spirit time to rest. This will help you from becoming overworked and when it is time to start