…clearing clutter from your mind, body and space
Even with the best of intentions you can sometimes still end up struggling to make progress decluttering.
Here are ways to get over the wall. Ask yourself….
Ask these helpful questions when decluttering to help you let go and get over the wall.
When you start a clutter busting project do you dive in or do you plan your project? How much time to you spend planning a two week car trip? Probably more than you do planning an organizing project.
How much planning do you do?
Good planning is the key to living the life that you desire. Plan what’s important first. Planning can save you time, help you balance and help you get through your projects by carving it out a chunk at a time.
By planning you can make sure that you have the tools you need for the project so you can spend uninterrupted time and/or complete the project all the way through.
It doesn’t matter when you do your planning. You can do it in the morning or at night; the important thing is to schedule a time to do it consistently. And you can also look at the bigger picture by looking at a month ahead…you can look at professional commitments, family events and ….this can make sure that you allocate as much time as you need for your project and your daily routines so you can maintain order.
So what’s the plan?
Routines are powerful daily practices. By setting up routines you can take control and make habits that stick.
By setting up a routine and committing to it you can keep clutter away and make your life easier and more organized because routines keep you on track. When you stay on track you won’t be overwhelmed.
So put daily routines into practice and be amazed!
Once you are in the right frame of mind, make the commitment to getting de-cluttered and maintaining your new found freedom.
Once you have set up your space or system you must commit to sustaining order.
Here are a few suggestions for staying motivated:
By applying some of these techniques you can sustain order. Give them a try.
Since de-cluttering and organizing are about making decisions, before you begin a project take some time to clean your mind and set yourself up for success by being in the right frame of mind.
Here are some questions to ask yourself prior to starting your de-cluttering:
When you take time to think about the answers to these questions you are in a better place to de-clutter the space. It can help make decision making easier.
Also, affirmations can help you get and stay focused. Affirmations can energize you and keep your desires in mind. For example, if you are de-cluttering your papers a possible affirmation is: My papers are sorted and filed allowing papers to flow easily in my life. Or when organizing you entry way: My space is calm, organized and welcoming.
By starting with your mind you will have a clear picture of your desired results and this will help the decision making process.