Writings: De-Clutter & let the light in….

This coming week in Victoria, BC, a class begins that I’m pretty sure you’ll find useful & inspiring. It’s called SIMPLIFY> Spring Cleaning for Home, Heart & Soul.

I hope you sign up soon – the class starts April 2nd – so here’s more about the class.

And I’d also like to introduce you to Sarah, who offers the class – here’s an article she wrote that’s a good place to start.

(I attended a presentation she put on last week & it was fantastic – great, timely…it’s clear she’s a good mentor for folks who are clearing their space & bringing lighter energy in!

Here’s more:

5 Reasons We Hold on to Stuff – And How to Let Go
by Sarah Downey

De cluttering takes being a brave and insightful detective of our own inner process.

When the problem is: ” I can’t let go of this thing,” the reason is usually: Material things remind us of emotional things.

We might be having trouble letting go because we actually need to bring some mindfulness in – so that we can integrate, and reflect and move on.

Here are 5 common ways we block ourselves from letting go of stuff – and solutions to help us to let go and move on.

Forgiveness. Sometimes you will have trouble getting rid of an item because it carries an association with a person or situation that you need to forgive.

Solution: Give up any notion that the past could have been different – and take back your energy. Do it for you.

Superstar. Sometimes an item will remind you of who you wanted to be and what you wanted to achieve.

Solution: Ask yourself, “Does the past vision of me resonate with where I want to go? What’s my future vision of me?” Often we simply haven’t made the time to reflect and catch up to who we are today. Let go of that old vision if it doesn’t spark your fire for moving forward.

Usefulness. Oh, yes. You’ve got ‘that thing that might be useful in the future’. Most likely even your not-so-deep-down self knows that it will probably not get used.

Solution: Decide to have faith. What you need will come to you when you need it.

Reminds me of So & So. Okay, you love that thing because dearest So & So gave it to you. They love you and you want to remember that.

Solution: Put the sentiment in your heart and let go of the thing. Honour yourself and your connection with So and So. Take some time to reflect and make it special. Acknowledging your connection with them will allow you to let go of the thing.

I want to be remembered. I’ve got to keep that thing because I want my grandchildren to know how special I was.

Solution: Make a Legacy chest. This could be a shoe box or a small chest. Don’t burden others with stuff! Be real about what’s truly important to pass on. Keep only what fits in the box and leave space. Keep in mind that life could be long!

The lessons aren’t easy, but ever so worth it.

They enrich our life in many ways beyond de-cluttering.

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This little article was reprinted with permission from Sarah’s blog & website, The Magic Well.

From her site: I’m Sarah Downey – intuitive systems and meaningful wealth advisor, here to help you invest powerfully in your purpose, and give your brilliance space to grow. With 20 years of facilitation, spiritual, financial, and organizational experience, I love empowering big dreamers (like you) with the clear guidance they’ve been waiting for.

The goal is simple: to create systems for living and working that tap into your personal magic, and help you tune into your deepest desires and goals. Translation? I’m here to get you focused, well-ordered, and ready to roll, so you can start putting more of your work and genius out in the world.