Clutters Ball and Chain

Clutter is a prison wall, an iron fence, a ball and chain, blocking you from the energy you need and that you so much deserve.

Clutter saps your energy and erodes your spirit. It makes it difficult to get things done, enjoy peace and quiet, or spend time the way you really want to. This disorganization adds to your stress and makes it hard to focus and think clearly. And the more you crave control over the clutter, the more these negative feelings are magnified.

If clutter is such a downer then why do we keep things around?

The truth is, that its not procrastination, laziness or lack of time that keeps you from clearing your clutter. The underlying problem is emotional.

For example, when you look in your closet and see a bunch of clothes that no longer fit, what do you do? More than likely you justify keeping them around just in case you lose that extra weight. However, the real truth is that if you get rid of them, then you are accepting your weight for what it is and the possibility that you may never fit in them again. Thats a tough for anyone to admit!

But the reality is that organizing your space will save you so much time. Youll no longer pour energy into searching through piles of papers for what you want. You wont be anxious about stacks of unknown things that need to be done. You wont be pulling out wrinkled clothes from your closet because theyre wedged in there too tight. All of sudden youre in control, you know where to find things and youre proud of your space!

Mind Games and Clutter

Beware, as you begin to eliminate clutter, your psychological attachments will kick in. Every reason for keeping cluttery things around will rise to your mind. You will probably feel guilt. You may feel fear. But, this all comes from the pain of breaking old habits. It feels wrong because it is not what you are used to doing.

New habits require you to overcome emotional resistance. After all, you have been doing things the same way for years and now youre choosing to do something differently. You are stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing a new way of life. It feels risky.

A Priceless Gift

Think of this new habit as a priceless gift. No matter how much resistance you feel or how uncomfortable it seems, tell yourself that you cannot let this gift pass you by.

Remember that clearing clutter restores lost energy, brings back focus and saves you oodles of time. With these things back in your life you open doors to a happier and more productive you. Open this gift today!

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Jane Powell is the author of 21 self improvement programs for women. She is the founder of Meditations for Women (http://www.meditationsforwomen.com). Her work has appeared on the Hallmark Channel, radio shows and in countless magazines.

She publishes free one-minute meditations that are inspiring, enlightening and challenges readers to reach their potential. Her site also features lively discussion boards, a self-help library of articles and more. Visit http://www.meditationsforwomen.com for more information.
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