May 1, 2013
We talk of taking ACTION when decluttering. The A stands for Assessment. Think about what you are wanting to achieve when you declutter. Is it an overall transformation or is it a better or more creative use of your space. This video contains questions to ask yourself to get a clearer picture.
Apr 23, 2013
It is important to reward yourself for what you have achieved. It can be the motivator to actually start clearing the clutter. Some rewards could be a phone call to a friend, 30 minutes to read a book, a glass of wine, hiring a house cleaner or ironing lady. The ideas are endless the important part is to celebrate and reward yourself for a job well done.
Apr 16, 2013
A plumber never arrives at your home without all his tools. This video will identify the tools you need to get your declutter project underway. Tools include cleaning cloths, vacuum cleaner, pen, paper, music, drink of water, comfortable clothing and five bags, boxes or containers.
Apr 10, 2013
We can have all the good intentions in the world to clear out the clutter; however, at times, the most difficult part can actually be starting. The simple tip of telling someone what you are planning to do can hold you accountable to start. Even if you think, I will just do fifteen minutes then at least I can say I have started. Once 15 minutes is up, you are already on a roll and can keep going.
Apr 3, 2013
Easy or small steps can build your clutter clearing muscle. Often, for many of us, we don’t get started because the whole idea feels too big. We are concerned about the mess we might make, we are concerned that we will never get it completed. This video identifies lots of easy starter projects to gain control of your clutter.
Mar 28, 2013
At times we feel that clearing the clutter can be overwhelming. This video provides three options for you to start clearing the clutter. The first is a full clear out of everything from the room. It takes a lot of time and a big effort. The second is loads of small or easy steps to build your clutter clearing muscle. The third option is a combination of both – lots of little steps first until you are ready to pull everything out of the room and start again.
Mar 28, 2013
Do you consider what to throw away and why you don’t try thinking about what matters. At times when you live in your house, you stop seeing the clutter even if you have to walk around it. This video contains loads of questions that you can think about and stir yourself into action.
Mar 6, 2013
Have you considered your reasons for not clearing the clutter? Dig deep here, do not assume the first answer is the real reason. Think a little harder. Have you ever focused on the benefits of clearing the clutter? No doubt at some stage you have cleaned up a drawer, cupboard or bookshelf - how did it make you feel? What benefits did you get when you cleared the clutter?
Feb 26, 2013
Many of us place a dollar value on an item and that is our reason for keeping it. We may have paid $10.00, $25.00, $100.00 or $1,000. The price of an item isn’t the only factor to be considered. Other factors include storing the item, time to take care of the item, the impact of our emotions on others around us, the impact on our values. Clutter can be a mental distraction. Have you stopped inviting friends over – then clutter has a social cost. It can also tie us to the past. Most of us want so much more out of life; clutter limits us, keeps routines established and limits our ability to live life to the fullest.
Feb 22, 2013
Many of us label ourselves as hoarders - and that may be true; however, most of us are just people with way too much “stuff”. If you are a hoarder then you need to seek professional advice. If you are someone with too much stuff then this series of videos will support and assist you to clear the clutter.
Michele is a presenter, trainer, coach, NLP Practitioner and author. She helps people to take control easily and effortlessly and to understand what is important in their lives. Her passion is working with business owners and their teams so they develop professionally and personally to achieve more and create a better life.