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How to Spring Clean Everything, From Your Home to Your Brain

Clean up, clear space, and organize the places that matter most. Yes, even your Zoom background.

Amy Maoz

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Cleaning up the house is enough of a chore, so why add to the list of spaces to spring clean? We promise, the short-term hassle is worth it for the long-term benefits. Taking the time and attention to clean, prune, and establish order in often-neglected areas in your life sets you up for easier, more pleasant days ahead. And yes, that applies to everything from your digital history to your friendships. Ready to get started?

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