There is something satisfying about decluttering.
It can be therapeutic to clear the decks.
“Stuff” seems to build up … everywhere.
Both physical and digital clutter.
So, where to start?
Physical.
The sock drawer.
The wardrobe.
The fridge (yes, those condiments are out of date).
The third drawer in the kitchen.
The spare room.
The office desk.
The garage.
The back shed.
Digital.
Emails.
Email accounts.
Email subscriptions.
Phone Storage.
Folders and files.
The old laptop.
USB flash drives.
Photos.
Decluttering even declutters our thinking and emotions.
Bringing a sense of clarity and confidence.
It may even spark joy (for the Marie Kondo enthusiasts).
Clearing the clutter enables you to focus on what matters most.
“Sometimes the biggest gain in productive energy will come from cleaning the cobwebs, dealing with old business, and clearing the desks — cutting loose debris that’s impeding forward motion.” – David Allen (For the GTDers.)
“It’s a very strange phenomenon, but when we reduce what we own and essentially ‘detox’ our house, it has a detox effect on our bodies as well.” – Marie Kondo
“Clutter isn’t just the stuff in your closet. Its anything that gets between you and the life that you want to be living.” – Peter Walsh