A few signs along the way after teaching my Mindfulness Course in Florida. We are all so unique and special and although our stories may be different we are all the same – and we all need kindness, love and support. Here’s to staying mindful!
Is Clutter Rooted In Unhappiness?
Let’s talk about happiness and clutter for a moment…
Do you think you are really happy if you have clutter? I want you to really think hard about that question.
Studies show that when we are unhappy we behave poorly – simply meaning we tend to develop unhealthy habits.
And let’s face it – having excessive clutter is a bad habit.
Unhappy people tend to focus on the negative and the stressors in their life, whereas happy people go right to the fondness, nostalgia, and beauty parts, regardless of their challenges, chaos or tragedy they may have experienced.
With unhappiness, there’s a looming sense of dissatisfaction with life. When there’s a genuine lack of self-satisfaction it’s understandable then why a person may internalize that their not “enough” when they feel that life didn’t give them enough.
It makes sense then why people need to acquire and desperately hold onto “things.” Clutter helps fill the empty void in their life and produces a false sense of happiness. Happiness from things only lasts so long.
In the very first module of Mindful Tools for Organized Living, I have my students work through the root cause of their clutter. This gives them the opportunity to peer into the past and look for clues that may indicate the onset of their clutter habit.
This insight is invaluable as it provides further clarity into the trigger points of clutter moving forward.
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As you may know, I coach people that benefit from a mindful, holistic approach to clutter-free living. I care for my clients, which is why I’m writing this note to you today. I’d like to offer you or someone you care about something – a second opinion.
My second opinion service is a time-tested process I use to determine where you (or your loved ones) are now and where you would like to go by reviewing your lifestyle goals and identifying any conditions that may need improvement.
It never hurts to know more and I want to help you and the one you care about live a stress-free, organized life.
Why now? I’ve never seen so many people hungry for wellness solutions. This includes the body, mind and living space. There’s a a lot of uncertainty in today’s world and a noticeable shift where people long for alternative methods for their well-being.
I want to help make sure the people I work with have peace of mind from being clutter-free and living a lifestyle that is conducive to the wellness they deserve. Plus, I want to provide them with the right tools to ward off any potential risk factors that may negatively influence their quality of life.
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How to Smash the 3 Deadly P’s
If you’re struggling with excessive clutter, it’s practically a guarantee you’re experiencing one (or all) of the 3 Deadly P’s:
Perfectionism. Procrastination. Paralysis.
One of the biggest stumbling blocks I see for women who are trying desperately to get organized is they over-think “things.”
They have an idea in their head the way “things” are supposed to be that they get caught up in perfectionism and never take action.
Now, why is this deadly?
Because perfectionism actually leads to procrastination and then…
Yes, you go it.
Paralysis. (Overwhelm)
And there you have it…a very vicious cycle.
Sometimes things have to get “messy” before they get better. Decluttering is a perfect (excuse the pun) example of this. There’s going to be some turmoil.
Yet, what most don’t realize is that it doesn’t have to be pure chaos.
If you follow a system with step-by-step strategies, everything will fall into place neatly and orderly.
One of the strategies that I noticed resulted in making the MOST progress for my clients is imposing deadlines.
Now I can hear some backlash …
“I don’t do well with set time frames. It feels to restrictive.”
Yes, but here’s the thing.
Clutter loves the fact that you’re a free-bird with no routine, schedule or plan.
Case in point…
Without a time management system to follow you can expect the clutter to be hanging around. GUARANTEED.
That’s why I developed 7 Simple Steps to Cure Clutter inside of my Mindfulness Program. It’s a process that if followed as instructed will stop the 3 Deadly P’s in their tracks.
What makes it so successful?
Having effective time management skills is important in just about any area of your life. But for clutter control purposes…
You get to rely on a process where you exercise conscious control of your time spent on specific tasks without the worry, fear or overwhelm of over-thinking.
This is how you overcome clutter.
For now, I challenge you to set a workable deadline at a pace that stretches your comfort zone. This may include using tools that you are not familiar working with; a timer, calendar, planner.
NOT at a pace that’s going to burn you out or cause anxiety. You want to begin in a way that gives you a good experience so you can build your momentum.
Only you can determine what a reasonable yet challenging deadline is.
However, a deadline can be one of the Golden Rules of Organizing. For example, “I’ll spend 15/20 minutes per day tidying up.”
Deadlines can also be for an overall project. Such as “I’ll give myself 30 days to declutter all my closets.”
When you see how well this works for you, in no time you’ll feel more inspired and confident to tackle the bigger elephant in the room (Um, that would be the rest of the clutter) and smash the Deadly P’s for good!
I just completed the Mindfulness Program in New York and the students are raving. The buzz of the room was infectious and the results kept pouring in, therefore, the testimonials came flooding in too. It was truly incredible!
Check this out:
“[…] it has changed me… I feel so much better […] I highly recommend her class!” ~RV
“…before taking Diesel’s Mindfulness class […] I felt overwhelmed […] and now week by week […] I’m recovering and I love this class […] ” ~DS
“Patricia’s mindfulness clutter course is terrific […] I think I’m a fairly mindful person but now I’m really awake!” ~JS
“[…] her approach is so unique; you just couldn’t find her philosophy and approach anywhere […] ” ~VC
“…the discovery is magical; the results, when implemented are worthwhile and long lasting […] ” ~JP
So here’s the scoop. I want you to get in on the action and experience the same results. I’m introducing my program to you absolutely FREE just so you can get a real feel for the power behind this program. I want YOU to experience it for yourself!
Like one of my students said, “Go ahead, take the plunge, you’ll be happy you did.”
See ya on the other side!
I’ve been helping people with clutter for 20+ years. I’ve learned a thing or two about why people acquire things and why it’s so difficult for them to let go. Although clutter may outwardly appear for some to be just a bunch of random things collected or a messy place where things don’t have a home, I can honestly tell you, there’s more to it than meets the eye.
Truthfully, for me, clutter makes me feel a bit disoriented. Too much of anything makes me that way. Clutter reminds me of the time I ate way too much chocolate and I felt the after effects that cocoa and sugar can have on the nervous system. It sure did taste good initially. But I had no clue how I would feel later. All I knew was it tasted good and I wanted more. I had no idea of the physical toll it would take.
I think it’s like that for people with clutter. At first, when they buy or find something new they’re all excited. They think of a million reasons why it’s a good idea to bring home yet another item. Then one day, the thrill of the hunt is no longer appealing or gets them high. In fact, it does the complete opposite – it brings them down to a complete crash. It takes a physical toll on them. Suddenly, they are faced with the reality that they have too much stuff and not enough space.
Now it may appear obvious for some who would say, Just get rid of it. But it’s not that easy. If it was so easy, 1 out of every 10 Americans wouldn’t be renting offsite storage—the United States now has 2.3 billion square feet of self-storage space. (New York Times Magazine)
The one thing I learned about clutter which most people don’t realize or want to talk about, is that clutter hurts! There’s emotional pain associated with having too much. It’s just like when eating too much chocolate caused me physical pain. Too much of anything is simply that – too much!
Clutter interferes with the quality of a person’s life. This is not just a single, isolated issue either. Friends and family members are affected too. How could they not be? The trickle-down effect clutter has is evident by the way it spills over into other people’s lives, claiming their space. Clutter especially hurts when you’re searching for misplaced items and can’t find them. It is estimated that over a course of a lifetime, we will spend a total of 3,680 hours or 153 days searching for lost items; phones, keys, eyeglasses and paperwork are at the top of the list. (The Daily Mail)
Unsettling feelings, frustration, overwhelm, anxiety, and depression are all attached to how hurtful clutter can be, not only for the person who is struggling with clutter but their loved ones as well. I guess that’s why the home organization industry has grown by leaps and bounds and today has 32 chapters, with more than 4,000 members in 22 countries. (Fast Company)
If I feel disoriented when I’m in a cluttered environment, and it affects my focus and productivity to the point where I am uncomfortable, imagine how difficult it can be to live that way on a daily basis. It’s exhausting. That uncomfortable, disoriented feeling just serves as a reminder that too much of anything is not always a good thing.
Fortunately there is help for people who want to live clutter-free and a healthier life. I’m not about to sugar coat this either – making the choice to turn your life around and recover from a lifestyle of clutter requires commitment and a change of life-long habits – but it can be done. And it can be done successfully with the right program. My Mindfulness program is one of them.
Mindful Tools for Organized Living is a program that helps you get to the root cause of your clutter and then reverse it by using my 20+ years of experience and refined proven strategies. If you’ve been struggling with clutter, feeling stressed-out and a sense of emptiness, then you absolutely need my program. Not only will it show you how to reverse your clutter and create a healthier environment, but it will also give you the tools to be more mindful of the importance of self-care.
If that’s something that interests you, email me at [email protected]
Unlocking The Mystery Of Clutter Through Mindful Conversations
When I began my career as a Professional Organizer, I quickly realized that people didn’t feel very comfortable talking about their clutter. As a result, I found myself asking a lot of questions to try and get them to open up.
When I started to see the results powerful questions had on people as they became more comfortable talking about their clutter, everything changed. Before long, I knew this would help unlock a lot of the mystery behind clutter. It’s one of the reasons why I became a Coach.
Instead of people wanting a quick fix, they were now interested in going deeper and looking at the root cause of their clutter.
So how about you…
Can you see yourself being comfortable enough to talk about your clutter?
Really think about that for a few moments because your answer to that question will help you begin to understand the relationship you are having with your clutter.
If you can easily see yourself taking a deeper look into the root cause of your clutter, that’s fantastic! You’re on your way to a clutter-free life.
However, if you feel uncomfortable with that idea for any reason, you can start changing it today.
Like it or not, clutter has a huge impact on the quality of your life and influences a lot of your decisions in life.
So I’d like to help you develop a healthy relationship with your clutter. Not only to declutter your life but to gain a richer understanding of why you have the clutter to begin with so you can finally be free of it for good.
And let me tell you something…
Once you become comfortable talking about your clutter your whole world will change for the better. You will start to notice how other relationships in your life will improve.
It’s so much easier than you think!
Here’s a fun exercise you can do to help you start feeling more comfortable with talking about your clutter…
Beginning today, select a clutter buddy, someone that you feel comfortable sharing with. It could be a dear friend, family member or a person that has clutter challenges as well. Make sure they are positive, uplifting people.
Ask them if they wouldn’t mind spending about 5 minutes with you, either by phone or in person, to talk about something. Set up the appointment.
Next make a list of all the clutter you no longer wish to have in your home. Next to each item, reference any notes that come to mind about the memory of the item. Then briefly write an explanation as to why you are ready to let go. After that, recap your feelings with how you are going to feel once you are clutter free.
Show up to your appointment with your clutter buddy and share everything you wrote down with them. Then ask them to mirror back to you what you just shared with them.
Notice how you feel. Lighter, happy, relieved, cleansed…breathe into that feeling and exhale. Imagine what your life would look like, feel like, without the clutter.
Close the conversation with thanking them and asking if they wouldn’t mind being your clutter buddy until the items on your list are eventually gone.
Shatter the Pattern
I believe in you.
I KNOW that you are capable of living a clutter-free life.
However, if you don’t believe that’s true, you will be putting limitations on your efforts and how far you can follow through. Thus, sabotaging your good intentions.
If you’d like to make a quantum leap that shatters your pattern of acquiring clutter, it’s necessary you put some additional effort into becoming more mindful.
You do that by building the idea of living in a clutter-free environment. What words come to mind? Then ‘feel’ these words as often as possible.
Get quiet and go ‘inside’ for about five minutes, three or four times a day, and feel as though you are already living clutter free.
When you “feel” what it would be like to live this way you invoke real powers within you.
You see, your subconscious mind magnifies whatever you deposit or impress upon it whether it is the idea of living clutter-free or with clutter.
Choose clutter-free living.
And also…
Choose the Right Words
In addition to picturing and feeling a peaceful, free life, use affirmations and phrases that resonate with you.
Don’t choose “pie in the sky” phrases that you don’t believe. That will put you in the wrong vibration. Choose words and phrases that, when you’re saying them, they make you feel better. My favorite phrase for living a clutter-free life is:
Everything in its place and a place for everything.
Remember, if you say, “I am an organized person,” but deep inside you really think, “This is just a bunch of nonsense; I’ll never be that way,” your subconscious mind will reject the affirmation.
Why is this so?
Because your subconscious mind accepts what you really feel to be true, not just idle words or statements.
Think how glorious and beautiful your new living arrangements will be once you are living a clutter free life. Expand upon that and allow yourself to feel it. Say powerful, positive words and statements to yourself that support that feeling.
Do it…and keep doing it for the next 30 days.
P.S. You might think all of this is just some malarkey. It is not. You’re sending messages to your subconscious mind.
Commit to doing this exercise, and let me know how you make out. Do it. You’ll be happy you did!
MINDFULNESS IN THE WORKPLACE FOR ORGANIZED LIVING
Rarely is clutter recognized as a significant source of stress in our lives, yet “Eighty-four percent of recently stressed Americans say they worry that their home isn’t clean or organized enough, and within that group, 55 percent called it out as a source of recent stress.” (Huff Post)
When dirty dishes are piled, laundry overflows and your belongings are scattered about, your stress level rises. Trust me when I tell you, clutter & stress is real. Stress is inflammatory. When we are stressed out, it not only creates physical clutter, but it causes mental and body clutter as well.
Unfortunately this is a lethal combination. When a person is under the influence of a significant amount of clutter, their well-being is compromised, leaving them feeling overwhelmed, anxious and helpless. Ultimately this trickle down effect exposes itself in the workplace and productivity in many facets suffer. This puts the employee and employer in a vulnerable position which can lead to financial consequences.
6 Mindful Tools to Organized Living is a program that helps remedy this situation before it gets out of hand. Implementing best practices for a healthy body and mind is an enormous factor in overcoming clutter and disorganization. Although part of the problem is underdeveloped skill sets with organization, it is not the only culprit to having clutter. To penetrate the problem and resolve it entirely, it is necessary to engage lifestyle tools that embody wellness for the body, mind and environment.
If you are receptive to learning more about how the 6 Mindful Tools can benefit you personally and/or your team, I would love the opportunity to discuss this further with you and tell you about my FREE offer. Simply email me at [email protected]
Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you.
If you are seeking to live an organized life I have great news for you!
You know that clutter runs deep. There’s a story behind your clutter. Once that story is revealed and understood, the clutter will subside.
After that you need to remove any obstacles that may prevent you from fighting off the clutter and build up a strong sense of self.
From there it is mandatory to have strong skill sets for your toolbox and a back-up plan to defend yourself int he future.
In a nutshell that’s how your life will change.
Let’s take a deeper look at how the 6 Mindful Tools work:
Mindful Tool Number One:
You will learn what your clutter manifestation is all about so you understand why it is there.
Mindful Tool Number Two:
You will learn about the relationship you are having with your clutter and how to change it.
Mindful Tool Number Three:
You will learn how to keep your body healthy to ward off the clutter and fight back.
Mindful Tool Number Four:
You will learn how to keep a positive mindset for your decluttering time and exercise your mental muscles.
Mindful Tool Number Five:
You will learn a simple 7 step process to build strong skill sets to declutter and organize your life.
Mindful Tool Number Six:
You will learn how to maintain all your organizing efforts with ease and peace of mind with a 10-step plan.
I’m super excited to offer this course to you. Not only will you be learning ground-breaking techniques and strategies for your clutter but you will be getting one-on-one guidance from a coach with over 20+ years in this field.
I’ve done the work and put a lot of heart and soul into this program and I know that if you follow my system, don’t skip any steps, and allow me to guide you, you will be SUCCESSFUL!
To make it even more exciting for you, I have provided a few extra options and bonus items to impact your results.
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This program supports conscious, healthy living for an organized lifestyle.
There’s no doubt in my mind that backsliding is a natural occurrence with clutter. In fact, it’s pretty natural for humans to backslide in many aspects of life recovery if you really think about it.
So if backsliding is something that is going to happen, why do most people have such a difficult time with it and seem to never recover?
Well, that’s the million dollar question that I happen to have the answer to. The answer lies within my Bullet Proof Recovery Plan that I will be discussing tomorrow evening during my FREE INTRO CALL to introduce my new program, Mindfulness Tools for Organized Living.
Currently I am teaching this course at various learning centers but I will be offering it on-line with personal coaching options for my clients.
Check out another selfie with Nick – the brains behind the filming of my Mindfulness Video Series. I just couldn’t help myself…
