Clutter Busting Coach

...clearing clutter from your mind, body and space

Setting Boundaries

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Is decluttering a priority? Is self-care a priority? Are you getting the important done vs the urgent?

If you are not getting done what is important to you, consider if you have set boundaries and if you are saying “no” enough.

Many of us have a demanding time turning requests (people) down. And this impacts our ability to get our own priorities completed.

Here are suggestions for ways to form healthy (and guilt-fee) boundaries [Read more…]

National Nutrition Month ®

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National Nutrition Month® is an annual campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. During the month of March, everyone is invited to learn about making informed food choices and developing healthful eating and physical activity habits.

This year’s theme, Celebrate a World of Flavors, embraces global cultures, cuisines, and inclusivity, plus showcases the expertise of registered dietitian nutritionists.

With that in mind, plan a meal or several where you try a different seasoning or a new recipe to experience different flavors.

I look forward to hearing about your experience.

Go Slow to Go Fast

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Those words “go slow to go fast” came to me as I was reflecting on January and my word “be.” Just as with anything, I am not suddenly going to be excellent at being. It will take work to get there and time.

A colleague of mine would say “we may have to go slow to go fast” all the time when we were working on projects together reminding us that there is not always a straight line to follow, that barriers arise, and that determination and teamwork will get us to the finish line.

I am also reminded that life is a journey not a race or a sprint. It is about our accomplishments along the way. And that we should never stop once we reach a goal because that is when we back slide.

So, I am readjusting my expectations that this “being” is a process that won’t happen tomorrow and that I will need to “work” on it.

Overall, January and being went fine. Slower progress than expected. Yet as I look back, I am not sure what I really expected. I created to dos related to my health and organization which are two of my mission statements.  I will continue to work on blending/balancing doing and being. I am excited to see where February continues to lead me.

Thoughts on Decluttering Your Eating Habits

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As I focused this month on being fit and healthy, much of that revolved around making healthy food choices.

Do you know what influences what and how much you eat? Do you know your triggers? Being mindful and planning can help you change your food choices.

Especially with the upcoming holiday and potential for celebrations at home or in gatherings, plan ahead to equip yourself to make good food choices for you that support your health goals.

Here are some ways you can also declutter your eating habits:

  • Plan your menu each week.
  • Have a grocery list.
  • Keep ingredients for one or two go-to dishes in your pantry.
  • Have two or three go-to breakfast and/or lunches.
  • Cook once, eat twice.

Using some of these tips has helped my stay true to my commitment this month. What works for you?