A natural time for de-cluttering Spring's a great time to have a sort out. You have to let go of the old in order to make way for the new to enter. Be realistic about what no longer suits your life and what you don't need. Simplify, streamline and enjoy the sense of clear space. Even being relatively tidy most of the time, I find those piles of magazines seem to multiply, full cupboards become ever denser, clothes that won't fit in wardrobes are packed away in spare suitcases and storing 'things that may come in useful' overflow into the garage and makes me realise I really do need to focus on taking stock of holding on to so many possessions. Combined with a vigorous session of Spring cleaning, the end result of which always gives pleasure far beyond the motivation needed to tackle the task in the first place, de-cluttering truly re-energises your home.
Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, Barcelona
Basilica of Santa Maria del Mar, Barcelona
Sunday, 22 April 2012
Herald of Spring
The season of hope, new beginnings and the celebration of life, Spring ushers in an energy boost to raise spirits and with it the chance for reflection on the year's natural rhythm. My small courtyard garden is currently a joy of fresh growth, vivid shades of green and Spring flowers. A jug of cheerful "tete-a-tete" scented daffodils sits on my kitchen table. I feel invigorated after my annual Spring detox, a gentle regime to loose that bloated feeling of putting on a few extra pounds over Winter. Waistbands no longer feel tight and it's a relief to be comfortable again.
A natural time for de-cluttering Spring's a great time to have a sort out. You have to let go of the old in order to make way for the new to enter. Be realistic about what no longer suits your life and what you don't need. Simplify, streamline and enjoy the sense of clear space. Even being relatively tidy most of the time, I find those piles of magazines seem to multiply, full cupboards become ever denser, clothes that won't fit in wardrobes are packed away in spare suitcases and storing 'things that may come in useful' overflow into the garage and makes me realise I really do need to focus on taking stock of holding on to so many possessions. Combined with a vigorous session of Spring cleaning, the end result of which always gives pleasure far beyond the motivation needed to tackle the task in the first place, de-cluttering truly re-energises your home.
I've subsequently been pondering on simple pleasures and easy changes to implement that make a big difference to the quality of life, so to share these thoughts with you: Choose to spend time with people you find uplifting, not those you don't. Make the most of each day, wear clothes that make you feel fabulous, raise the effort to look your best. Be happy. It's a state of mind acquired by daily practise. Ring the changes, see things from a different perspective, take Spring's fresh new growth as inspiration to try something new yourself. Sow seeds for the harvest you'd like to reap in your own life as the year evolves. Breathe. Deeply. Smile and be thankful. Life is for living.
A natural time for de-cluttering Spring's a great time to have a sort out. You have to let go of the old in order to make way for the new to enter. Be realistic about what no longer suits your life and what you don't need. Simplify, streamline and enjoy the sense of clear space. Even being relatively tidy most of the time, I find those piles of magazines seem to multiply, full cupboards become ever denser, clothes that won't fit in wardrobes are packed away in spare suitcases and storing 'things that may come in useful' overflow into the garage and makes me realise I really do need to focus on taking stock of holding on to so many possessions. Combined with a vigorous session of Spring cleaning, the end result of which always gives pleasure far beyond the motivation needed to tackle the task in the first place, de-cluttering truly re-energises your home.
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