What's Your Decluttering Style?

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  How do you feel when you walk into your home?

  • A.
    Overwhelmed by the clutter and mess, but unsure where to start.
  • B.
    Unsettled—there’s always something that feels off or unfinished.
  • C.
    It’s fine, but I struggle to feel safe and connected to it
  • D.
    I notice everything that’s out of place and feel the urge to fix it.
• 2.
  When it’s time to declutter, what’s your first thought?

  • A.
    “Where do I even begin? This is too much.”
  • B.
    “I might need this later. I don’t want to regret letting go.”
  • C.
    "I don’t have time for this. It’s not a priority.”
  • D.
    “Everything needs to be perfectly organized before I can relax.”
• 3.
  How do you handle sentimental items in your home?

  • A.
    I keep almost everything, I just cant' let go
  • B.
    I avoid going through them—I tell myself "I'll do that later when I "feel" like it.
  • C.
    I tend to get rid of everything- even if it's sentimental
  • D.
    I swing between wanting to declutter to feeling guilty for getting rid of it
• 4.
  What does your storage situation look like?

  • A.
    I have piles of things everywhere- I get rid of them, but they come right back
  • B.
    I shove things in closets and drawers so I don’t have to see them.
  • C.
    Everything is labeled and categorized. I don't like things to be touched once they are put away.
  • D.
    I try to stay organized, but I constantly feel like I’m drowning in stuff.
• 5.
  How do you feel when guests come over?

  • A.
    Anxious—they might judge my space or notice things I don’t like.
  • B.
    Don't even go there- I’d rather not have guests. My home is private
  • C.
    Stressed—I want everything to look flawless. Not a book or dish out of place
  • D.
    Embarrassed—So really push myself to clean the kitchen, but I'll ignore my bedroom.
• 6.
  How do you feel about rearranging your space?

  • A.
    I rearrange it my mind, but I have trouble getting off the couch to actually do it.
  • B.
    I can't bring myself to move stuff -It doesn't feel right
  • C.
    I just wish everything would stay how I put it. - it's annoying
  • D.
    I start projects (like pulling everything out of my closet), but I never finish them.
• 7.
  How do you feel about your to-do list for home tasks?

  • A.
    I have a never-ending list but struggle to get started
  • B.
    I avoid making one- I don't even want to look at how bad it is
  • C.
    I feel guilty when tasks aren’t done.
  • D.
    Some days I'm superwoman - getting everything done. Other day I struggle to get off the couch
• 8.
  How do you react when you see clutter in your home?

  • A.
    I can totally tackle it all some days, then others I feel overwhelmed
  • B.
    I feel like I can't deal with it - so I let it pile, even when I know that doesn't help me
  • C.
    I immediately feel the urge to clean or organize it. I might even get upset with my family for "making a mess"
  • D.
    I know it's not good for me - but I can't bring myself to tackle it, then I feel even more guilty.
• 9.
  Which statement best describes how you feel about your home and "clutter"?

  • A.
    “I'm not sure how to help myself in my home, so I do nothing"
  • B.
    "I don't really feel good at home- something is off but I can't figure it out"
  • C.
    “I have so much stuff, please anybody help me!"
  • D.
    “I feel guilty or bad if my space isn't perfect at all times"

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Disorganized Decluttering Style

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  You bring creativity, spontaneity, and personality into your home, creating a vibrant home narrative. However, you might big time swing between gung-ho decluttering one day to glued to the coach the next. You have passion and pluck but might go too hard too fast to the point that the entire closet is scattered around you and your suddenly overwhelmed. The positive part? With small, doable shifts, you can create flow and clarity in your space while still keeping the creative energy that makes it yours.Be on the lookout for an email from "Sanctuary Feng Shui" with your entire results and tips on how to heal your relationship to your possessions. Please check your spam and promotions folders.
• 2.
  Anxious Decluttering Style

  You deeply care about your space and want it to feel safe and supportive. However, decluttering can feel overwhelming because each item carries emotional weight, making it hard to let go. You may find yourself with the "best laid plans" to declutter in a weekend but have trouble getting off the couch or out of bed to put those plans in motion. The good news? With gentle shifts, you can create a home that truly nurtures you—where every item reflects peace, not pressure.Be on the lookout for an email from "Sanctuary Feng Shui" with your entire results and tips on how to heal your relationship to your possessions. Please check your spam and promotions folders.
• 3.
  Avoidant Decluttering Style

  You might prefer not to think too much about your space, keeping things functional, rather than deeply personal. Decluttering may feel unnecessary or emotionally draining, leading you to avoid it altogether. You might feel disconnected from your space or simply feel uprooted. Stuff might still be in boxes from the last time you moved or you avoid hanging things on the walls. The great news? Small, easy steps can help you build a home that feels effortless yet truly supports your well-being.Be on the lookout for an email from "Sanctuary Feng Shui" with your entire results and tips on how to heal your relationship to your possessions. Please check your spam and promotions folders.
• 4.
  Perfectionistic Decluttering Style

  You have a strong vision for your home and love creating a space that feels beautiful and intentional. However, you may hesitate to start decluttering unless you can do it perfectly or struggle to feel satisfied even after you’ve made progress. Friends and family might praise your ability to declutter or keep a perfect home- but you deep down know something is "off" or wrong. Your high standards are a strength, but your home doesn’t have to be flawless to be peaceful. By embracing progress over perfection, you can create a space that feels both polished and freeing.Be on the lookout for an email from "Sanctuary Feng Shui" with your entire results and tips on how to heal your relationship to your possessions. Please check your spam and promotions folders.