“Outer order contributes to inner calm.” – Gretchen Rubin
The Hidden Stressors of Clutter
- Decision Fatigue: The more stuff you have, the more decisions you have to make.
- Visual Noise: An excess of objects can create a visually ‘noisy’ environment.
Examples of Affirmations for Organization
“I create a peaceful space to breathe freely.”
“Clarity and order are natural states for me.”
“I make room for things that truly matter.”
Starting Small: The Drawer Technique
The journey towards a decluttered life can start with something as simple as a single drawer. Each cleared space acts as a building block for overall peace.
“The space in which we live should be for the person we are becoming now, not for the person we were in the past.” – Marie Kondo
How To Utilize The Drawer Technique
- Pick a Drawer: Any drawer. It’s that simple.
- Assess: Keep what you love; discard what you don’t need.
- Affirm: “Each small step brings me closer to a tranquil space.”
The Two-Minute Rule: Instant Decisions
If you can sort it, clean it, or put it away in two minutes or less, just do it. No procrastinating.
“Action is the foundational key to all success.” – Pablo Picasso
Implementing the Two-Minute Rule
- Set a Timer: Trust me, it adds a bit of fun to the whole process.
- Execute Tasks: Small or big, just get them done.
- Affirm: “Immediate action creates immediate peace.”
The Emotional Aspect: Letting Go
Decluttering isn’t solely about the physical. We often hold onto items due to emotional attachments.
“Letting go gives us freedom, and freedom is the only condition for happiness.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
How to Handle Emotional Clutter
- Acknowledge Feelings: It’s okay to feel attached.
- Question Utility: Does it serve your current life?
- Affirm: “I release what no longer serves me to make space for what does.”
Recap: Affirmations and Organization Hand-in-Hand
A decluttered space fosters a decluttered mind. And with the right affirmations, the process becomes less daunting, almost enlightening.
“Clutter is nothing more than postponed decisions.” – Barbara Hemphill