Clutter Busting Coach

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

40 Days of Clutter Busting

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I was contemplating the start of Lent on March 6 and thinking about what I would be focusing on during those 40 days in 2019.

During the six weeks of self-examination and reflection, Christians who observe Lent typically make a commitment to fast, or to give up something—a habit, such as smoking, watching TV, swearing, or a food or drink, such as sweets, chocolate, or coffee.

What if I we used the 40 days of Lent to assist us in letting go of clutter? That would help us give up things that no longer serve us, keep us stuck or It could be one item each day, one bag each day/week or decluttering an area at a time. Or you could commit to daily journaling on the topic of decluttering your life. If declutter is difficult for you, this could help you get started on that journey.

I am committing to declutter during those 40 days by letting go of one item cluttering my life (space, mind or body) each day.

Will you join me in this decluttering journey? What do you commit to declutter during your 40 days?

Clutter Busting: Regifting Presents

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According to freedictionary.com the definition of regift is:

regift
(ri????ft)
vb
to give (a gift one has received previously) to someone else

freedictionary.com

You are either pro or con on regifting. I think regifting is a great way to declutter and move items on to others to use. I say if you don’t love it or use it, consider regifting it.
Of course, there are some regifting rules to follow.

If you haven’t yet finished your gift buying this year, consider regifting for some of the remaining gift items.

 

Clutter Busting: Holiday Moments

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If you are feeling stressed this holiday season with too many obligations and things to do…take a moment.

Take a moment to:

• Just breathe.
• Hear the holiday sounds or music.
• Smell the baked items or foods.
• Enjoy the colors and decorations.
• Feel the crisp, cool winter air.
• Enjoy of cup of cheer or cocoa.
• Give back or give a donation to those less fortunate.
• Watch a holiday movie.
• Spend a little time with family…just being with them or doing something together.
• Dance like no one is watching.
• Be present with the task you are currently completing.
• Acknowledge your blessings.

Taking a moment during the hustle and bustle of the holidays can reenergize you and allow you to take in the joy of the season.

Clutter Busting Affirmations

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According to dictionary.com the definition for affirmation is:
Affirmation
noun
1. the act or an instance of affirming; state of being affirmed.
2. the assertion that something exists or is true.
3. something that is affirmed; a statement or proposition that is declared to be true.

Using affirmations daily can help move you toward the changes you want to make.
If you haven’t previously used affirmations, I would highly recommend it. They can be very powerful.
If you have used affirmations, I would like to hear how they have helped you.

 

Clutter Busting: The Basement Journey Continues

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As I continue my journey in my basement, I continue to work on the basement a space at a time. And along the way I have learned more lessons and have had some “lightbulb moments”.

Here are a few lessons learned:

  • By just decluttering versus cleaning or organizing more stuff is moving out of the house. Too much stuff, even if it is organized, is clutter.
  • Do not delay decisions. Delayed decisions result in clutter.
  • If it takes five minutes or less just handle it now. Whether emails, incoming mail or handling something on your to do list…don’t wait. Do it now.
  • Don’t let things pile up…put it back where it belongs now. Later may never come. And piles quickly become clutter.

What lessons could you learn from decluttering?