Life as a student can be stressful, especially when it comes to deadlines, preparing for exams, and writing dissertations. It’s that time of year where revision becomes a priority, and you may start to neglect other aspects of your life. For example, if you’ve spent most the year in your accommodation, your space might be feeling cluttered with all that you own, from textbooks to sports equipment, to fancy dress costumes for nights out.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how to declutter your life, as a tidy space can make you feel calm, organised, and re-energised.
There’s a common misconception that in order to declutter your life, you need to have an extensive solution involving several different steps. However, if you just set aside thirty minutes to get organised, you can achieve an instantly cleaner space without needing to go through everything you own. Here are a few tips for you to get started:
As a busy student, you may be aware that you need to declutter, it’s just about finding the time and energy to commit to this. Before your dive into sorting everything out, have a clear goal of what you wish to achieve. Decide what areas need the most focus, whether it’s your wardrobe, your under-the-bed storage, or even a shared kitchen. Having a clear goal will keep you motivated when the process feels tedious.
Decluttering doesn’t have to happen in one afternoon. Break the process into manageable sessions, using 30 to 60 minute periods to tackle one area at a time. Sticking to small, scheduled chunks of time will make the job feel less overwhelming and easier to stick with.
You may have heard the wise words of Marie Kondo, that it’s often better to only hold onto things that spark joy in your life. Do you really need that tatty notebook you never use? Keep those joy sparking items and remove the rest; if it doesn’t spark joy, you don’t need it in your life! Decluttering isn’t just about things, either. It’s a good time to clean up your digital life by organising your files, backing up important documents, and deleting apps or photos you don’t need.
Think of your home or student accommodation in zones, and approach them one at a time:
A great way to declutter your life is to consider self-storage. You may have items you don’t need right now but aren’t ready to part with, which is where self-storage can be a great solution.
Choose a storage unit that fits what you have, and as a student you might find that you just need a small size, like 16 ft2 or even shared pallet space. If you’ve got flatmates or housemates, we provide a Refer a Friend offer which means you can both receive a discount on your storage with Kangaroo.
When using self-storage, pack similar items together, label everything clearly, and stack things carefully so you can find what you need later without digging through a mountain of boxes. If you’re moving between dorms, studying abroad, or just don’t have enough space for seasonal items like winter clothes or sports gear. Our agreements are flexible and we offer both long-term and short-term options, so there’s flexibility depending on your requirements.
Whether you're heading home for the summer, going on a gap year, or just craving a more minimalist lifestyle, we’re here to help make the overall process easier.
We offer secure, affordable student storage in cities like Edinburgh, Dundee, Liverpool, and Glasgow, with flexible unit sizes, from compact lockers to spacious 2000 sq ft units, depending on how much stuff you need to store.
Book your student storage with Kangaroo Self Storage today and make your next move stress-free.
