"The 10% packing rule is a two-day process where I'll pack one day, including all those things I think I need for the trip - the extra T-shirts, or the pair of shorts I throw in even though I already packed one - and then I'll come back the next day and simply remove 10% of the items. It helps me narrow down my packing to the items I actually need, and it trims the fat of any excess."
"The crucial step of waiting a day to edit my packing, rather than doing it in one fell swoop, is especially helpful. It allows me to see my packed items with fresh eyes. That edit will purge my carry-on of a lot of those non-essential items, and force me to focus on the items that make more sense (such as clothes that work in various combinations in a mix-and-match format, and minimal shoes and toiletries). I take what I actually need, and travel way lighter."
The 10% packing rule is a two-day process: pack normally one day, then return the next day and remove roughly 10% of items. The rule targets unnecessary extras like duplicate shirts or extra shorts and encourages selection of versatile, mix-and-match clothing. Waiting a day provides fresh perspective to identify non-essential items. The edit reduces bulk, enabling travel with carry-on only and limiting shoes and toiletries. Traveling lighter saves on baggage fees, reduces time waiting for checked luggage, and lowers stress over lost or misrouted bags. The approach helps prioritize needed items and prevents habitual overpacking.
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