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Dear Conscious Design Magazine

I can't stand looking at my husband's clutter another minute!
While he is away next month I am planning to "clean" it all out.
What do you think?

NB, Sparta, NJ


Dear NB,

I can hear the desperation in your note, and I am grateful that some little voice is telling you to ask first.
Clutter is one of the biggest challenges we face in today's world. It is also one of the most emotional issues.
Touching someone's "stuff" without permission can unleash a reaction of anger, betrayal and loss.


A deeper look at clutter reveals piles of paperwork, unfinished projects, clothing that did fit at one time, unread books, unused sports equipment, unfulfilled dreams, family history and memories of the past, both pleasant and painful.

Some of the results of clutter are:
1. Procrastination
2. Disorganization
3. Disharmony
4. Depression
5. Illness, such as High Blood Pressure and Respiratory problems.
6. Fear that makes you frozen and unable to move forward in life.
7. Low Self Esteem
8. Affects the way you are treated as people extend less respect to you.

Obviously, the negative influence of your husband's clutter has affected you.
Some suggestions I would offer you are to first examine your own "stuff." This will benefit you and often the positive results bring inspiration to others around us. When your husband becomes inspired, he may find himself truly frozen and unable to begin.
A professional organizer can offer unemotional attachment, and loving support.


Clutter Clearing Tips:


Examine your home, room by room and write down areas that hold clutter.
Do not create lots of piles for later.
Do not ask "will I need this?"
When bringing something new into the house, something old must go.
Clean out garbage bins and computer recycle bins daily.
Keep items that you absolutely love and are using now.
Fix it or remove it immediately.
Do not rent a storage space.
Start with a simple drawer.
Move 9 items, a feng shui cure to activate the shift of chi.
Pace yourself and learn to love the incredible work you are doing.
Hire a professional if you are really stuck.

There is nothing more freeing than to begin clearing and releasing our "stuff." It demonstrates our trust in the universe to supply what we need when we need it. It allows us to create space for new things to come into our lives. Clearing clutter opens opportunity for the future. Good luck.

Renae Jensen

 

 

Conscious Design Magazine -Mar07: Ask Conscious Design Husbands Clutter
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