Tag Archives: Clearing Clutter

Fall in Love Your Life: Clear Your Clutter

1958 Eco-Nickel Advertisement

I’ve been full of confessions lately so here’s a big one for you:  I used to live a horribly cluttered life.  No, not  “hoarders” level, but any guest visit was often preceded by a lot of rushing around , stashing stuff in closets and under beds, and hiding all those extra pans in the oven.   [...]

Read More 3 Comments

Make Life Blossom by De-Cluttering & Spring Cleaning

Budding Out by Gil Elvgren

20 Spectacular Reasons to Get Organized, Toss Clutter & Spring Clean Spring has officially arrived. I’m hearing tales from friends all over the US that daffodils have begun to poke their heads up and that spring showers (and storms) have begun to bring needed moisture for the growth of later spring blooms.  In the first [...]

Read More 0 Comments

Steer Your Heart to the Truth

Ship Shape by Al Buell

What do you want? It’s an innocuous question on the surface. A million times a day we make decisions:  The black shoes instead of the brown.  A tuna sandwich for lunch.  An hour of reality TV and then an hour of reading before bed. When I think of that question, my mind drifts to the [...]

Read More 6 Comments

Size Doesn’t Matter

Clean_sweep_1_

Some folks may see pockets hidden clutter – junk drawers, messy closets, and un-filed papers as no big deal and part of living an average life. Who cares, right? But what if I told you that each pocket of clutter I am accepting as “normal” was what was really distracting me from my best work?

Read More 3 Comments

Seeking Treasure?

buried_treasure

If you are seeking treasure, I can tell you where it’s found. It isn’t found in the piles of things you may be surrounding yourself with….it’s found in YOU.

Read More 6 Comments

A Glimpse at My Compass and a Secret Revealed

Debra exploring the Aviation Trail

This week’s blog post is going to be more personal than most of those here, as I had promised to share my personal compass with you. I’m also revealing a secret and sharing the news about an exciting project.

Read More 10 Comments

Shop Until You Drop?

vintage_cocacola_shopping_ad

Now, before you think Santa should put me on the naughty list and ban me from all Christmas goodies, consider this: everything has energy – everything from the clothing that you wear, to the books on your shelf, to the coffee cup on your counter. Before you bring a single item into your home (or as a gift into another person’s home) stop a moment to question its worth.

Read More 5 Comments

Fling Into Fall Cleaning

fresh_breeze_itsafreshbreeze

I’ve discovered that doing a little deep cleaning is a great way ease the transition from season to season while also providing nourishment for my mind, body and soul. Fall Cleaning can work for you, too. Here are some suggestions to help you get started.

Read More 0 Comments

The Secret to Fabulous Days

“Untitled” by Gil Elvgren

Routines may sound old fashioned. Routines may sound stiff and inflexible. They are neither. Routines are simply about managing your energy effectively so that you can channel it towards your real desires and purpose. Routines fuel your day and nourish your spirit.

Read More 15 Comments

Five Steps to Traveling Lighter

elvgren_suitcase

Life is full of baggage. Like the suitcases I lugged everywhere I went we each drag bags full of unnecessary stuff around with us. You know the kind of baggage I’m talking about: emotional baggage that affects your view of life, the quality of your relationships, and your path forward in your work.

Read More 8 Comments

Spring Clean Your Brain

Spring_Cleaning_good_looking_eb_segner

With summer around the corner, I’m happy to report that the bulk of our spring cleaning has been completed. We’ve washed the windows, cleaned the deck, and the flower beds are sporting fresh mulch. How about you? Have you completed all your spring cleaning? Are you ready to attack summer with gusto? If you’re like [...]

Read More 5 Comments