When it comes to home organization[1] , it's safe to say that not many people have a knack for it. Unless, of course, you're decluttering expert Donna David[2] , who seems to have been born to help people free themselves of too much "stuff" and focus on what really matters in their lives.


From the time David was a little girl, she was interested in keeping spaces neat and clean. But it wasn't until just this past year that she decided to dedicate herself to what she refers to as the "cause." David said she believes that clutter can really have an affect on our personal lives. "[It can] lead to a reckless mind," she said. "It's like, 'When will I get to this? When will I get to this?'"


And even though she's stern with her clients, you won't find her rummaging through things or forcing people to purge, like on "Clean House[3] ." (Remember that show?!) Instead, she tries to help clients determine what they don't need, and encourages them to only hold onto items if they have a strong attachment to them.


"When there's a client who says, 'I need to keep these things,' I tell them to put them away in a box, and if you don't use them in two or three months, you don't need them," she said. "It really makes people think."


David added that aside from decluttering your mind, an organized home can save you money by allowing you to cut frivolous spending. People have things in their homes they don’t even know are there, she said, and as a result, they’re more likely to buy things they already own. "If you knew what you had, you'd definitely save money," she said.


Feeling the need to clean yet? If so, David gave us some great tips to help you get started: Only keep things that are conducive to your lifestyle, and only go shopping when you need something (think about how many pairs of strappy sandals you own). Her easiest tip to follow: If you bring something in, something's got to go.


"It's so much easier to live a life without clutter. It's less stressful, more inviting," she said. "I really believe it provides more freedom, time and energy."


Head over to David's website to learn more[4] , and be sure to click through our slideshow for clever organizing tips and tricks.



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  • Rub Pencil Erasers To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/25/remove-sticky-price-tags-eraser_n_3493611.html" target="_blank">remove stick price tags</a>.




  • Clean Your Stove Top...


    using a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/26/clean-stove-top-naturally_n_3499261.html" target="_blank">baking soda and water cleaning solution</a>.




  • Remove Candle Wax...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/20/remove-candle-wax-holder_n_3471158.html" target="_blank">reuse their glass holders</a>.




  • Remove Rust From Your Garden...


    using <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/23/remove-rust-garden-tools_n_3484717.html" target="_blank">crumpled aluminum foil</a>.




  • Clean Your Microwave...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/19/microwave-cleaning-tip-_n_3464449.html" target="_blank">using a coffee filter</a>.




  • Wash Your Delicates...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/13/washing-your-delicates-colander_n_3434067.html" target="_blank">using a colander</a>.




  • Use Baking Soda...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/30/clean-barbecue-grill-baking-soda_n_3355649.html" target="_blank">clean your outdoor grill</a>.




  • Use Paper Coffee Cups To..


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/31/drilling-tip-paper-cup_n_3362873.html" target="_blank">catch the debris when using a drill</a>.




  • Use Salt To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/11/remove-coffee-tea-stains-cups_n_3420410.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">remove coffee and tea stains on your cups</a>.




  • Remove Skunk Odors


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/04/-remove-skunk-odors-home_n_3385748.html" target="_blank">wiping your space down with vinegar</a>.




  • Use Alka-Seltzer Tablets To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/26/unclog-drain-alka-seltzer_n_3333861.html" target="_blank">unclog your drains</a>.




  • Prevent Glasses & Silverware From Breaking...


    by using <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/17/prevent-glasses-from-breaking-dishwasher_n_3288652.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">rubber bands to keep them in place</a>.




  • Prevent Your Headphones From Getting Tangled...


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/21/organizing-headphone-wires-binder-clip_n_3308403.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">using binder clips to keep them in place</a>.




  • Use An Ice Cube To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/15/fix-carpet-dents_n_3275207.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">fix stubborn carpet dents</a>.




  • Aluminum Foil Can Help You...


    save time and money when <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/12/ironing-clothes-aluminum-foil_n_3254396.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">ironing clothes</a>.




  • Use Gravel To...


    clean those <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/10/clean-vases-gravel_n_3248130.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">hard-to-reach places in vases</a>.




  • Repurpose Old Newspapers To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/05/02/make-your-own-broom-newspaper_n_3196396.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">make your own broom</a>.




  • Clean Your Windows...


    and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/27/weekend-diy-ideas-putting-off_n_3154750.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">six other home tasks you've probably been neglecting</a>.




  • Clean Rubber Spatulas Because...


    they're a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/19/clean-rubber-spatula_n_3112414.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">huge germ hot spot</a>.




  • Replace Nearly Every Household Chemical...


    using <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/20/clean-with-baking-soda_n_3103870.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">baking soda</a>.




  • Clean A Chandelier With...


    help from <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/17/clean-a-chandelier-hair-dryer_n_3093759.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">your hair dryer</a>.




  • Prevent Spills In Your Refrigerator...


    by placing your items on <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/04/prevent-spills-refrigerator_n_3009421.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">cutting boards</a>.




  • Keep Track Of Your Shades...


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/02/organize-sunglasses-hanger_n_2994807.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">using a clothing hanger</a>.




  • Clean Wood Furniture...


    by rubbing it down <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/10/clean-wood-furniture-beer_n_3048854.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">with flat beer</a>.




  • Clean Your Headlights...


    with a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/09/clean-headlights-toothpaste_n_3046013.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">rub of toothpaste</a>.




  • Deodorize Your Gym Clothes...


    with these <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/05/laundry-tips-gym-clothes_n_3018365.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">easy laundry tips</a>.




  • Use Straws To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bruce-lubin/clean-small-spaces_b_2989989.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">clean small spaces in your home</a>.




  • 7 Places In Your Home...


    that are <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/28/places-dirtier-than-your-toilet_n_2972129.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">dirtier than your toilet</a>.




  • Spring Cleaning: Bring More Light Into Your Home...


    by <a href="<HH--PHOTO--SPRING-CLEANING--1055321--HH>" target="_blank">dusting your lightbulbs</a>.




  • Repurpose Carabiner Locks


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/19/repurposing-idea-organize-hair-ties_n_2904191.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">organize your hair ties</a>.




  • Keep Sponges Dry...


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/24/kitchen-sponges-cleaning-tip_n_2939441.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">standing it upright with a binder clip</a>.




  • Install Two Curtain Shower Rods...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/22/organizing-tip-bathroom-shower-curtain_n_2926761.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">organize your bathroom</a>.




  • Organize Your Closet...


    using <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/15/organize-closet-shower-curtain-hooks_n_2881150.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">shower curtain hooks</a>.




  • Spring Cleaning: Jumpstart Your Process...


    with <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/mail-organizing-spring-cleaning-tips_n_2813017.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">these mail organizing tips</a>.




  • Use Nail Polish...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/07/organize-keys-nail-polish_n_2823609.html?utm_hp_ref=organizing" target="_blank">mark your keys and prevent losing track of them</a>.




  • Prevent A Garbage Leak...


    by <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/12/repurposing-idea-newspaper-garbage-leaks_n_2857454.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_blank">lining the bottom of your trashcan with newspaper</a>.




  • Organize Your Pantry...


    with these stress-free <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/05/stress-free-pantry-organizing-tips_n_2813155.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">organizing tips by 'A Bowl Full Of Lemons' blogger</a>.




  • Use Mustard To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/26/remove-odors-from-bottles-mustard_n_2762496.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">clean out bottles</a> with persistent odors.




  • Turkey Basters Can Help You...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/19/easy-way-water-plants_n_2713758.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">water your plants</a>.




  • Unstick Drawers Using...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/12/unstick-drawers-soap_n_2665889.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">a bar of soap</a>.




  • Juice Cartons Can Help You


    make nifty <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/10/magazine-storage-juice-carton_n_2638332.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">magazine storage</a>.




  • Use Tennis Balls To...


    make your <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/08/make-pillows-fluffy_n_2627392.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">pillows fluffy again</a>.




  • Flour Can Help You...


    clean <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/06/clean-stainless-steel-appliances_n_2627061.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">stainless steel appliance</a>s.




  • Paint Rollers Can...


    help you <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/02/04/easiest-way-dust-ceiling-fan_n_2608779.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">dust a ceiling fan</a>.




  • Use A Pumice Stone To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/31/remove-rust-stains-toilet-pumice_n_2585176.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">remove rust stains</a> from your toilet.




  • Use Vanilla To...


    make your home <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/30/clean-your-oven-vanilla_n_2578038.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">smell like cookies</a> all day.




  • Plants Can Help You...


    as <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bruce-lubin/air-purifier-home_b_2564343.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">air purifiers at home</a>.




  • Use Magazine Perfume Strips...


    to <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/27/deodorize-your-home-perfume-strips_n_2558250.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">deodorize your home</a>.




  • Clean Your Winter Gear


    How often should you <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/25/how-often-wash-scarves_n_2544105.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">wash scarves, gloves and hats</a>?




  • Tea Leaves Can Help You...


    eliminate <a href="
    http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/24/eliminate-litter-box-odors-tea-leaves_n_2536950.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">litter box odors</a>.




  • Use Dryer Sheets To...


    <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/23/dust-baseboards-with-dryer-sheets_n_2529663.html?utm_hp_ref=cleaning" target="_hplink">keep dust baseboards clean</a>.





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