Move over Marie Kondo, there’s a new sheriff in Tidytown—and it’s kinda gross.
Meet the “Poop Rule,” the hilariously nasty decluttering method taking over social media. It’s going viral for one smelly reason: it actually works. People are tossing their junk faster than you can say, “Ew, what’s that smell?”
So what is the Poop Rule? Amanda Johnson, a content creator and self-declared clutter-slayer, breaks it down: “While you’re decluttering, just ask yourself: ‘If this item were covered in poop, would I still keep it?’” Brutal? Yes. Effective? Also yes. Amanda says the method helped her ditch everything from old clothes to random home decor—and she didn’t even hesitate.
Think of it as the anti-Marie Kondo. Instead of asking what sparks joy, you’re asking what you wouldn’t touch even with a hazmat suit and a 10-foot pooper scooper.
Beyond the gross-out factor, there’s some legit psychology at play. Decluttering can improve your mental health—messy spaces have been linked to stress, poor focus, and even bad eating habits. The Poop Rule cuts through decision fatigue with ruthless (and slightly disgusting) efficiency.
So next time you’re staring down a drawer full of mystery cords or a sweater you haven’t worn since 2012, just imagine it’s covered in poop. If you’d still keep it… well, maybe you really love that sweater. If not, into the trash it goes!
It’s gross. It’s weird. It’s effective. Long live the Poop Rule. 💩
Source: NY Post
