 The tao of “Clear your space, clear your mind." Organization has never been my strong suit. In fact, it wasn't until I was much older that I realized that all I have to do is walk into a room and soon, every flat surface is covered with my stuff. Books, papers, mail, hair scrunchies, socks, you name it. Did I mention that the flat surface includes the floor? And, when I stop long enough to find a home for everything, it feels like new life has been breathed into my space. There is someone I'd love to introduce you to if you don't already know her: author and teacher Denise Linn. She has appeared on Oprah, Lifetime, the Discovery Channel, NBC and CBS. You can meet Denise Linn on her YouTube channel or peruse her many books on Amazon. She's also helpful to follow on Instagram. Denise explores and shares how clutter clearing is much more than simply removing things we no longer need. She has even claimed clutter clearing is an act of spiritual self-care and modern-day alchemy. Her story is compelling. As a youngster, she had a near-death experience and was shown we are all connected to everyone and everything through our energy. Since we are all made up of energy, everything we surround ourselves with affects us positively or negatively. Regardless, we form an attachment to things, so we think we need to keep them for the day we MAY need them. You might visualize a crystal clear swimming pool – so clear you can see through to the very bottom. As the breeze begins to blow, leaves float on the surface, and you can no longer see through the water. When the leaves are removed the water becomes clear and clean again. So it is with our homes. Our living spaces collect things simply from daily living, and it's important to regularly remove the debris. Without even thinking about it, we hang onto it, thinking we may someday need it, when in reality, the more cluttered our space becomes, the more cluttered we feel mentally and energetically. Clutter affects all areas of our lives, including our thoughts, our time and our relationships. We often associate our memories, dreams and emotions with belongings that connect us to our past (this gives me goosebumps). The very act of removing clutter clears up the energy and allows positive space for freedom, more peace and joy. What is clutter? First, ask yourself these simple questions to find out: Do I love it? Do I use it? Does it make me feel empowered? Does it represent who I am or who I am becoming? It isn't clutter if you answered YES to any of these questions! Here are some examples of what would be considered household clutter:
Here are some examples of what would be considered emotional clutter:
Did you know that you can have time clutter, too? Time clutter is obligations, relationships and activities that crowd out room for your personal growth and renewal. Keep yourself at the top of your priority list! What are the effects of clutter? Just as energy is constantly moving, we affect everything that surrounds us, and everything that surrounds us affects us, so be mindful of the things and people you surround yourself with. Studies have proven that those with more things are less happy than those with fewer. Having more means there is more to take care of. The more we have, the more there is to organize, robbing us of time and energy we will never get back again. We have an association with the objects that surround us. If they do not uplift us, they become an energy drain. Transform your space, transform your life! I am enjoying every page of The Sacred Clutter-Clearing Journal, and I think you will, too. Denise keeps it simple and relatable, while at the same time diving deep into all areas of life. Prepare to release the emotional roots of your clutter and create space for balance, abundance and health. Happy clearing! Comments are closed.
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