16, Aug 2021
People call Out of Chaos to help declutter their homes and create functional organizational systems. Occasionally, clients will tell us they absolutely do not want their friends or family members to find out they hired us. Often it is because a friend wants to help or a family member has… Read more
12, Jul 2021
There’s a moment in every family where it’s time to have “The Talk” about downsizing with older relatives. Often, children have “the talk” with their parents, but they could be dealing with aunts, uncles, cousins, or a family friend who needs to downsize. It can be an emotionally charged topic… Read more
08, Feb 2021
When I was researching for my post on subscription boxes, I came across a few Reddit users who said that decluttering is a bad idea because it prevented them from seeing how much they were spending on their subscription box habits. Because my life’s work is helping people declutter, I… Read more
16, Nov 2020
I read an excellent and touching article in the New York Times entitled “Down the Basement Stairs and Into the Past.” The author recounts his experiences when decluttering and downsizing memorabilia. As a professional organizer, I help people go through boxes, bags, and bins of their collection of souvenirs, inherited… Read more
27, Jan 2020
One item that we often find when we help clients declutter is a wedding dress. They often ask me if they should keep the dress, or let it go. It is a tough decision! Different people take different factors into consideration when they make their choice. Over the years, I’ve… Read more
11, Jan 2020
I was pleased to be a guest on CBC Radio’s BC Today on January 3. We talked about decluttering tips for the new year and the new decade. You can listen to the podcast episode on Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. My section starts at the 26-minute mark. How to… Read more
24, Jun 2019
This CBC headline certainly caught my attention a couple of weeks ago. It is a story about a family that unknowingly hired disreputable movers. They lost thousands of dollars’ worth of possessions and irreplaceable mementos. For a move manager like me, this story is heartbreaking because it didn’t have to… Read more
29, Apr 2019
When offering our move management services, occasionally, a client asks whether they should move an item or buy it new at the destination. In the end, it is a personal choice based on many different factors. Below are some things to consider that can help you make a good decision… Read more
19, Mar 2018
Check out my recent Breakfast TV Vancouver spot where I chat about spring cleaning and letting go of physical things. Letting go is an important topic. As an experienced Professional Organizer, I know first hand that it can be a tremendous challenge and one of the main reasons why things pile… Read more
15, Dec 2017
Is it difficult for you to give away things? You’re not alone! Whether you’re moving, downsizing, or decluttering, many people struggle with it. In this excerpt from Reader’s Digest Best Health magazine, I talk about how to give away without guilt. In order to give away, we first need to… Read more
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“Out of Chaos” is our go to company for our customers’ organizing needs. Linda Chu has the skill set and personality to not only become a friend but also bring a sense of calm and control, boosting energy and increasing productivity. She is a celebrity in the field due to her years of experience and numerous guest appearances on CityTV Vancouver.
— Ben M.