Regina Lark, a professional organizer, shares what she learned helping her 89-year-old mother downsize while grieving loss.

When one mother finally cleared out years of accumulated belongings, she discovered that most of what filled her family's home was barely touched. The process did more than free up shelves and closets ...

I cannot tell you how many questionable presents I DIYed for my mom when I was growing up. Every year my sisters and I would turn into mad scientists; we'd fill emptied-out spice jars with a mixture ...

Sooner or later, lots of clothes, electronics, gadgets and travel souvenirs become outdated or forgotten. And when they are no longer useful or meaningful, they turn into clutter. Taking up space — on ...