Rita Wilkins | Downsizing Designer | Decluttering and Minimalism

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INSPIRING MILLIONS
With her TEDx talk and best-selling book, Rita continues to help & inspire others to live more with less.

Rita’s TEDx Talk has been viewed over 2 million times, globally! Click Rita’s TEDx talkto watch the full talk with sound.

https://youtu.be/s55peQ4iN38

Meet Rita

Rita Wilkins, the “Downsizing Designer,” transformed her life by moving from a spacious 5,000 square-foot home to a serene 867 square-foot apartment, discovering joy in simplicity. Her inspiring journey has touched millions, advocating for a life rich in experiences over possessions. Today, Rita’s work as an interior designer and speaker continues to inspire a global minimalist movement towards decluttering, intentional living, and true fulfillment. Read the full bio.

Our Latest Blog Posts

Woman sitting on a couch with her eyes closed, gently pinching the bridge of her nose, looking overwhelmed and stressed while decluttering.

Why Decluttering Feels More Stressful Before It Feels Better

The Messy Middle No One Talks About Have you ever started decluttering and instead of feeling better… you actually felt ...
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A large stack of paperwork and documents sits on a cluttered home office desk beside a mug, computer, keyboard, calendar, and office supplies, representing paperwork stress and paper clutter.

Paperwork Stress Is Real: Why You Avoid Paper Clutter and How to Start

Do you have a pile of paperwork somewhere in your home that you keep meaning to get to? But somehow, ...
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Woman sitting peacefully on the floor in a bright, clutter-free room, surrounded by natural light, plants, and simple home décor, symbolizing calm, intentional living, and reclaiming your space.

Overwhelmed by Clutter? How to Reclaim a Room You’ve Stopped Using

Is there a room in your home that you’ve quietly stopped using? Maybe it was once a space you loved ...
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Our Best-Selling Downloads

Rita has a variety of decluttering products from online courses to printable guides and checklists. You can see her entire catalog at her store. Below are our current top products including her newest All-In-One Minimalist Essentials 64-page visual decluttering workbook.

Rita has a variety of online interactive courses available including her flagship course 8 Proven Methods.

Rita’s YouTube Channel

Known as the Downsizing Designer, Rita offers invaluable insights and practical tips for embracing minimalism, simplifying your life, and finding freedom through decluttering. Below is a sample of her most popular videos, visit her channel for more.

https://youtu.be/emxQ7lns29A
https://youtu.be/gCQi6gIquBU
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Rita’s Best-Selling Book

Unlock your dream life with Rita Wilkins, “The Downsizing Designer.” With over 35 years of expertise, Rita advocates for living abundantly with less?fewer possessions, smaller spaces, and less clutter. Her book is a catalyst for change, using her Signature Blueprint Design Process to guide you through decluttering your life and embracing a lifestyle by design. Get ready to transform your space and your life, making room for what truly matters.

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