A Christmas Reset Making Space for What Truly Matters

Christmas has a way of filling our homes, and our heads, faster than we realise. New gifts arrive, decorations come out of hibernation, the house gets busier, and suddenly every surface is doing just a bit too much. But this season isn’t really about “more”. It’s about comfort, connection, and creating room for the things that actually make us feel good.

Here’s your gentle Christmas reset: 1. Create space where the Christmas chaos will happen Look ahead to the areas that will really take the strain: the living room where everyone gathers, the dining table, under the tree, and the hallway full of coats and bags. Spend a few minutes clearing these “high-traffic” zones now so there’s space for guests, gifts, wrapping paper and all the festive extras that inevitably appear. A little preparation in the right spots makes the whole day flow more calmly. 2. Let the decorations breathe You don’t need every bauble you’ve ever owned. Curate, don’t cram. Choose the pieces that spark happiness, hold meaning or simply make you smile. A few intentional touches often feel more special than an overcrowded tree. 3. Prepare space for new arrivals If you’re expecting new toys, books, clothes or skincare sets, make space before they land. It’s incredible how much calmer the post-Christmas period feels when the new items already have a home. 4. Notice what no longer serves you As you pull out and pack away festive items, you’ll spot the decorations you skip every year. You already know the truth: you don’t love them. It’s okay to let them go. Donate, recycle, or pass them to someone who will enjoy them.

And if it all feels a bit much… You’re not alone. Christmas brings joy, but it also brings clutter, pressure and decision-fatigue. If your home is feeling overwhelmed, or if the idea of packing everything away fills you with dread, Reset can help. From whole-home refreshes to calm Boxing Day pack-downs, I bring a gentle, non-judgemental approach to getting your space back under control. The best gift you can give yourself this Christmas is room to breathe. Happy holidays.

Love x

Maraki