shared apartment declutter

swedish death cleaning

Design 3‑Step Swedish Death Cleaning For Couples

At age 91, Swedish author Margareta Magnusson introduced the concept of death cleaning, giving couples a clear framework to declutter together. In my experience, using a simple three-step system eases guilt, clarifies ownership, and creates a calmer shared home. Cleaning Key Takeaways * Start each session with a 10-minute categorization routine.