ORGANIZATION
"Organizing" sounds a little more appealing than "cleaning", doesn't it? Whatever you call it, clearing away the clutter in your life is good for your brain! Psychologist say mental clutter is linked to physical clutter. Taking some time to get rid of the things in your life that no longer serve you gives you the space you need for more good things to come in.
Where to start?
I think it's a great to jump right in to an area that's causing you the most stress. For example, if you are chronically late because you always seem to be looking for things you need to get out the door on time, focus on setting up a mission control center. Some professional organizers call it a "launch pad". This can be any space that allows you to store only the basic things you need to leave the house...your purse/wallet, keys, etc.
Getting organized will make you feel better, fast. There's something very freeing about making the decisions you need to get rid of things that are holding you back. The more you do, the more you'll want to keep going! Don't get overwhelmed by thinking you have to do everything at once. In fact, I recommend you get started by allowing yourself only ten minutes for decluttering sessions. You'll be surprised at how much you can accomplish in a few little minutes when you pick your space and put your mind to it!
Where to start?
I think it's a great to jump right in to an area that's causing you the most stress. For example, if you are chronically late because you always seem to be looking for things you need to get out the door on time, focus on setting up a mission control center. Some professional organizers call it a "launch pad". This can be any space that allows you to store only the basic things you need to leave the house...your purse/wallet, keys, etc.
Getting organized will make you feel better, fast. There's something very freeing about making the decisions you need to get rid of things that are holding you back. The more you do, the more you'll want to keep going! Don't get overwhelmed by thinking you have to do everything at once. In fact, I recommend you get started by allowing yourself only ten minutes for decluttering sessions. You'll be surprised at how much you can accomplish in a few little minutes when you pick your space and put your mind to it!
Ready to Declutter? Take the 40 Bags in 40 Days Challenge!
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Started and organized by a woman named Ann Marie Heasley back in 2011. She decided she would get rid of stuff during Lent, and when she shared her plan to fill a garbage or giveaway bag a day for forty days, her friends and family wanted to do it, too! She still runs groups, and we'll be running one as well--I'd love for you to join! (If you're seeing this after we started, no worries! Join us anyway...you'll be able to start anytime and get our support! We're going to be doing this in our Facebook community. We'll have fun, and end up feeling lighter, brighter, and stronger!
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