This drawer holds more than clutter.
It holds postponed decisions, mystery bits, and little “just in case”s with nowhere else to land.
No need for a full overhaul.
Just one thoughtful sort—one small shift toward clarity.
A clearer drawer means fewer daily frustrations—and more room for what helps.
👀 Notice
What’s living in your junk drawer right now?
No need to dump it all—just open and scan:
☐ Pens that may or may not work
☐ Dead or mystery batteries
☐ Screws, cords, clips with unclear jobs
☐ Paper bits (menus, coupons, receipts)
☐ Something else: _______________________
📝 Name
What’s working—and what’s not?
☐ What do you actually use from this drawer? “I reach for _______________ most often.”
☐ What’s clogging up space or adding stress? _____________________________________________________
☐ If your drawer could talk, what would you want it to say? “Helpful, not hectic.” “Easy to sort.” “I’ve got what you need.”
👣 Nudge
Take one kind step. That’s enough today.
Choose one reset:
☐ Toss 3 things you haven’t used in a year
☐ Group similar items (pens, power stuff, notes)
☐ Rehome what clearly doesn’t belong
☐ Wipe the drawer clean
☐ Create one “Essentials Only” tray
📝 List or sketch your plan:
✨ Nourish
Make it yours. Add something joyful.
☐ Use trays, boxes, or mugs to give things a home
☐ Label sections: “Tools,” “Batteries,” “Notes,” etc.
☐ Line the drawer with cheerful paper
☐ Add one item that makes you smile when you open it
🎉 Celebrate your win
Because I showed up today, I am someone who…
☐ …makes space for clarity
☐ …keeps little things from becoming big stress
☐ …organizes in a way that supports real life
☐ …_____________________________________
☐ …_____________________________________
☐ …_____________________________________
☐ …_____________________________________
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