Clutter is much more than the physical clutter than we see – in fact, physical clutter is just the tip of the iceberg. The thing is, clutter, visible or not, takes a toll on our lives. Whether we realise it or not, it makes us waste time and money, but it also affects our well-being. Let’s look at the 5 most common types of clutter and what you can do to deal with them.
Last year I read one of the latest books published on the topic of organisation, Organized Enough, by Amanda Sullivan, and I loved it! I completely agree with the author, a professional organiser herself, that the quest for perfectionism can be a barrier to getting and staying organised (I see it in some of my clients too) and that an organised enough home allows you to “take control of your life, so you don’t fritter it away managing your possessions.”
Here are some of her recommendations to have an organized enough home.
Most of us are aware of the feelings of overwhelm and embarrassment caused by clutter, feelings that are in themselves a huge weight to carry. But interestingly we don’t often measure the weight we carry associated to the feelings of GUILT and RESENTMENT until we start letting go of our clutter. Here are some of the examples that I’ve witnessed over the years as a professional organiser.
Are you spending Christmas away from family, relatives and friends this year? Maybe the thought of being apart at that time of the year is making you sad. But maybe, on the contrary, you’re relieved of not going back home because you find successive family reunions over the holiday season to be a bit overwhelming (hum I can relate to that too!). Yet you can’t help feeling guilty for being away. Whatever your situation, here are 3 things you should think of when planning this special Christmas so both you and your loved ones can better cope with the separation.
We’re drowning in paper clutter. Even if you have an extensive wardrobe, I bet that the number of pieces of paper you have in your home is at least 50 times greater than the number of pieces of clothes you own. Right? No wonder most people are intimidated and paralyzed at the idea of tackling their paperwork. In fact, the fear is so strong for some people that it prevents them from opening their mail, which can lead to costly consequences. Having helped many clients better manage their paperwork, I attribute paper clutter to three primary causes.
Are your days made up of a succession of children’s activities, household duties and whatever other people throw at you throughout the day? Does it seem there just aren’t enough hours in your day to get things done? Are you often late? Do you often feel in a rush and drained of your energy? Here are 8 common mistakes that make us waste time and that you may be making too if you’re experiencing those symptoms.
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