Closets are meant to be crammed with stuff. No matter what you hang, stack, or throw in them, you can close the door and choose when, if ever, you want to see those items again. But when it comes to cleaning out these monstrosities of storage, it takes some motivation and discipline.

We all make mistakes with our money, from treating ourselves after a stressful day to tacking on a few unplanned purchases to our weekly grocery store visits. While it’s OK to have a slipup now and then, some people need a spending intervention to get them back on track financially.

Earth Day isn’t just about planting a tree or pledging to “live green.” It’s also a great time to clean out your closet, garage, car, or wherever else you keep your junk.

Isn’t it fun when you pull out a pair of jeans you haven’t worn in a while and you find a few bucks tucked away in a pocket? Wouldn’t it be great if that could happen more often? It can.