Woman’s Day (Australia)

Homes Clutter quiz

Homes Start cleansing today by taking this quiz to learn why you hang onto so much stuff

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1 How do you see the clothes in your wardrobe?

You’d like to fit into lots of your pieces again So many impulse purchases! It’s a total mess There are so many items you just can’t part with

2 If you lost all of your belongings in a house fire, how would you feel?

Why worry when everything’s replaceabl­e? Like you’d lost a part of your identity Goodbye junk! Overwhelme­d at how to start over again

3 What’s stopping you from culling your gear?

You would – if it wasn’t such a chore! You don’t have the time The thought of doing so makes you anxious All the memories it holds

4 What comes to mind when you hear the words “garage sale”?

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure It’s impossible to decide what to buy Good fun if you’re in the mood for digging around ound Absolutely not happening! ening!

5 When do you ever get rid of something?

If the object holds no sentimenta­l value If it doesn’t belong to you personally When a friend or family member forces you! Only when the time comes for a deep house-clean

6 What makes you want to live a more minimalist life?

When you start to feel too overwhelme­d by your belongings The idea of starting a fresh, new life If you met a person or partner who gave you balance When you start feeling too stuck in your ways

7 The idea of living out of a suitcase on holiday is:

Cringewort­hy! It’s fine once you’re there, but choosing what to pack is a nightmare. Simple and stress-free It’s OK for a few days, but then you need a cupboard Fine – if you’ve got all your outfits planned to perfection

8 What do you think of people who live in pristine homes?

They’re disconnect­ed and less emotional They obviously have a lot of spare time and help Jealous! They’re not people you’d get along with

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