Clutter does not only happen at home. In fact, it also can
happen in your mind, your body, your schedule, your finances and your
workspace. Unfortunately, chances are that if you have clutter in one of those
areas, you most likely have clutter in all of those areas. If you have been
trying to conquer the clutter in your home, it is time to move beyond and
follow these tips for decluttering your life.
Mind – What clutters your mind? Begin by getting a notebook
and a pen. Take a deep breath and think about things that you have to do. Write
everything down. Once you have written things down, you can see what is
necessary to accomplish and you will have a list to keep track of everything
else. It can also help if you watch less television as it tends to clutter the
mind with things that are not important.
Body – In some cases, people who have a clutter problem also
have a weight problem. Sometimes people use both as a self-protection
mechanism. If they are overweight or their house is full of “stuff,” they will
not have to worry about others getting too close and possibly hurting them.
Once they begin to let go of the “stuff” in their home, they may find that it
is easier to let go of excess weight as well.
Schedule – How many activities does your family have? If
your family is like most, each child has at least one activity they participate
in after school. Mom and Dad may each have things they do that keep them on the
go. To declutter your schedule, sit down as a family and talk about the
activities each does that mean the most them. If you can cut out some
activities, you will have more time to share as a family and there will be much
less running.
Finances – Think about bills you have that are draining. For
instance, is it necessary for everyone in the family to have a cell phone? If
the answer is no, then let some of them go and have one extra that your
teenager can use while they are away from you. Do you watch all of the channels
on satellite or cable? Chances are good that you do not, so pare your
programming down to what you know you will watch. Stop eating out so often.
Even though eating out is easier, it is more expensive and is often not good
for your health.
Workspace – Depending on your job, workspace clutter may or
may not be a problem. For those with an office desk, workspace clutter may be
having too many pictures or mementos. For those in a factory setting, it may
mean you cannot find your tools when you need them. By creating a functional
and clean workspace, you increase your productivity, which will make the boss
happy.
It is unlikely that anyone consciously decides to have
clutter in his or her homes or their lives. Unfortunately, clutter tends to
creep in and take over once it starts. Use these tips for decluttering your
life and you will marvel at the sense of freedom you experience.
Less Clutter = Less Stress SM in your home, your
business and your life
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