Returning to the Point

It's so natural to become embroiled in our "stuff." And then suddenly, as a spinning teacup with a loose connection, we are ejected from the consuming turmoil and we stand, dazed, outside of it.

What does it take to remember what we really want?

Some breaths, that's for sure. Maybe a walk when we wouldn't have otherwise walked. And support. The ability to discuss things (if we wish to) with our family/peers is the most important. Do we all have that person to mull with?

In lieu of that, how about five words that are highly representative...and we'll go from there.

Off to make a list!

How Quickly We Forget!

The task I had to do the other day had been hanging over my head for many months...six, perhaps? I finally completed all the parts, and it is DONE. Strangely, it's as if it never existed, as if I hadn't fretted and planned to accomplish it at all, let alone to the worried degree that I did. All I can see now is all the things I have yet to accomplish.

This is so common amongst my clients. We are so accustomed to worrying and suffering, that it is hard to take a moment to do two things: 1. Say, Well done! Finally! 2. Be inspired by our achievement to do it again.

So you achieved one task...terrific!

Today

Today I will deal with at least one problem which, left undone, continues to grow in its problematic-ness.

There may be parts to the task, such as finding the elements you need to deal with it, going to the place, and dealing with it.

I'll let you know when I'm done, and hope you do the same.

I am not a maid

And neither are you, but sometimes we have to clean up our stuff.

Let's do as good a job as the maid would!

Empty it Out

The other day, I removed two NYC maps from my door. I liked them and always meant to use them, but rarely did. Now the space is free. I eye it, imagining different uses for it, but right now its vacancy is pleasing enough.

Is there one small place you can empty out and enjoy? What is it?

Organizing and the Brain

Hoarding has been shown to be related to the prefrontal cerebral cortex. This is the part of the brain responsible for decision making, as well as related to anxiety disorders.

What this means is, when you have trouble "getting rid of things," as so many are apt to prescribe, you may be living according to your brain. It doesn't mean it's impossible for you to get rid of things, but have a little mercy on yourself.

Fatty thighs may run in your family, and you fight against them. The minute you stop fighting, they return...the same with clutter. It doesn't mean you can't live clutter-free, but you may be predisposed to have to fight hard for it.

I know I am!