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What is clutter? Clutter is anything unfinished, unused, unresolved, tolerated anddisorganized. Clutter is those items in our surroundings that have no home of their own. Clutter creates stagnation, a lack of energy in our spaces and in our minds. It encourages a sense of procrastination, a putting off for tomorrow what we can do today. A cluttered space = a cluttered mindThings that are loved, used and appreciated have strong, vibrant energy aroundthem. When we surround ourselves with things we love, things that have vibrant energy we have clarity and focus in our lives. When we are surrounded with things that hold negative memories, things that are no longer useful, things we don’t love, we lack focus and direction. How do you know if it’s clutter? Ask yourself these three questions, Do I love it? Do I need it? Is it useful? If you can answer ‘yes’ to any of these questions, keep the itemin question. If your answer is ‘no’, or you’re not sure, release the item. It no longer serves your needs. Clearing a lifetime of items and habits can be overwhelming, start slowly and reward yourself; you’re beginning to create the change that will improve your life! Simple Feng Shui Tips for Clutter1. Clear clutter. Clutter is anything unused, unfinished, unresolved, tolerated or disorganized. Not sure? Ask yourself these 3 questions. Do I love it? Is it useful? Do I need it? If you answered 'yes' keep it, it isn't clutter. If you answered 'no' release it. Start slowly so you don't become overwhelmed. You'll be amazed at how your energy changes as things are cleared. 2. Remove or replace anything you don't absolutely love. There are lots of things in your environment that don't qualify as clutter, but, are these things you absolutely love? Do they embrace you with fond memories? Stir your hearts passion? Surround you with beauty? In Feng Shui it is vital that the things around us nurture and support us. Take time to review your belongings, if they don't embrace you and create a sense of welcome, release them. Choose to surround yourself with only those things you love and you will begin to create a space thatresonates with vibrant energy, energy that supports and nurtures you. 3. Do it now! The habit of putting off routine household chores or paperwork eventually results in a backlog of undone tasks. Once you’re behind in your work, it becomes more difficult to find the time and motivation to get caught up again. Instead, do what you can do NOW. If you’re feeling overburdened by a backlog, set aside some time to eliminateit, perhaps with the assistance of others, such as friends, family or a professional organizer. Doing just these 3 things will begin to create mindful living space, you will create the space for change to happen. You will begin to create the life of your dreams.
What is prosperity to you? Is it having a family? Good health? Financial security? Job security? Creative self-expression? Is it all of these things? Prosperity is broader than simply financial gain. While it’s true that money does make many aspects of life easier, it is also true that money doesn’t bring happiness. True prosperity is the awareness of abundance in all areas of your life. To gain a balance and appreciation of abundance in all areas of your life take time to write down everything you love about your life as it is now. True abundance flows to us when we ‘feel’ abundant, release old thoughts of not having ‘enough’ and enjoy the process! 1. Identify your goal, your reason for making changes. Really focus on what’s working in your life and what isn’t. What can you do to improve your current situation? Do you have any unresolved issues or relationships that are contributing to your sense of ‘lack’? What aspects of your life would you like to improve? Do you want to increase prosperity? Gain a life/work balance? To experience a greater sense of clarity and focus, get clear on what you’d like to improve in your life and your reason for seeking improvement. 2. Clear all clutter. It’s difficult to have a clear mind when the space around you isn’t clear. Take the time to create an organized living or working area, keeping only those things that you need, you love or find useful. If you have books and other items in your living or working space that you no longer use, this is a good time to release them. It is important that you create the space for the change you desire. A crowded space doesn’t allow anything else in. 3. Power positioning. Arrange your bed or desk so you are supported by a wall behind you and you face into the room or office. Your position should provide a full view of the room and the door into the room. When your view is expansive, so are your opportunities! 4. Place something inspiring in front of you, as you gaze out from your bed or desk. A blank wall or bulletin board isn’t motivating or compelling, but a beautiful poster incorporating colors you love and a subject that you find inspiring is. You are profoundly affected by the environment around you, take the time to make it an environment you want to be in. 5. Enhance the prosperity area of your home and office. You can do this by incorporating the colors red, blue, green and purple. You can place something there that speaks to you of prosperity, it can be a beautiful, healthy plant, a picture of your family, it can be money itself, beautiful crystals and stones or simply a written affirmation. Be creative, what feels right to you? Start making changes in one area of your home or office, then as you complete each area, move on to the next. Taking it one step at a time assures success and a level of completion. Each change will create the energy to propel you forward to the next change. Enjoy the process! |
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