Need a little space? Remove these 20 from your life.

Summer is flying, right? I know I’m not alone in wondering how it’s August already. Everyone I know is busy with . . . life! All of this activity may leave you feeling like your home is a hot mess. Or at least not the relaxing space you desire.

To get things back on track, start small. Let go of the little things that are taking up space. I’ve included a list of 20 things below to get you started. Whether you donate, repurpose, sell, recycle, or toss these items, I guarantee you won’t miss them.

1. Cookbooks you do not use

2. Manuals to items you no longer own

3. Grocery store receipts

4. Old markers, pens, and crayons

5. Expired coupons

6. Old greeting cards

7. Glasses with an outdated prescription

8. Shoes that do not fit properly

9. Childhood trophies

10. Worn out luggage

11. Broken electronics

12. Old phones and tablets

13. Unknown keys

14. Dead batteries

15. Condiment packets

16. Expired food

17. Old spices

18. Broken/chipped dishware

19. Promotional cups and mugs

20. Vases from the florist