De-Cluttering/Organizing

What is De-Cluttering?

Clutter is anything unused, unloved, unrepaired. Too much stuff in too small a space can make your entire life feel cramped and stagnant.

De-Cluttering is releasing all that no longer serves you. And it’s an act of courage! You are letting go of the old. The old stuff, the old you.

Why De-Clutter?

We have a relationship with--an attachment to--everything in our space. Each item, from furniture to accessories to junk mail, is either raising your energy level and mood – or lowering it. You can dramatically improve your life by releasing everything that is draining you. De-Cluttering has a powerful cleansing effect on our bodies, minds, feelings, and relationships!

How do I De-Clutter?

The best way to De-Clutter is the same way you’d make love or prepare a delicious meal -- consciously!

Set aside the time you’ll need.

Have all the materials on hand you will need.

Turn on your favorite music and begin.

As you look at each item, ask

Do I love you?
Do I use you?
Do you make my heart sing?
Is it my highest choice to have you in my space?

With each item you give or throw away, affirm “I release this in order to create space for _________ (your highest choice).”

As you clean and organize, get into the body-sense of having your space filled with the exact items you choose to enjoy!

I need help De-Cluttering!

You could hire a professional organizer to help you De-Clutter your space. Rates range from $35 to $125 an hour, depending on your area and the experience of the organizer. I live in Atlanta and frequently travel to Orlando; I charge $100 an hour; contact me if you want a one hour consultation that will give you a plan to get started.

OR, you could go out and buy books on De-Cluttering and Organizing your home and office. Then you could find time to read them. Then you can start.

OR you could download Melody’s condensed, easy-to-follow De-Cluttering and Organizing Guide. . . or register for Melody’s next TeleClass.

Organizing

Organizing your belongings takes time, but it will save so much time and energy in the long run. When you’ve organized the following, your home and work space will literally function to support you!

your finances
your credit identity
a disaster plan
home office (message center, computer, memorabilia)
entryways, hallways
kitchen
bathrooms
laundry
storage: garage, attic, basement, workshop, shed
living areas (books, media)
bedrooms (including kids’ rooms, sick room, closets, travel items)

I need help Organizing my space!

You could hire a professional organizer to help you organize your space. Rates range from $35 to $125 an hour, depending on your area and the experience of the organizer.