The 'Dissolving Caterpillar' Decluttering Method encourages you to shed old patterns, not just get rid of stuff – here's why the experts encourage it

A white living room with large pink rug, white sofa with red and yellow cushions, a statement lamp and wooden furniture. On the walls are large painted seascapes.

The Dissolving, or 'Caterpillar', Decluttering Method cannot be undertaken overnight, but experts say decluttering your home using it will leave you feeling more aligned with your space than ever before.

It focuses on doing inner work first, evaluating your old patterns and habits that led to clutter accumulation, and working to shed those before parting with possessions.