When you’re stressed, frustrated, or anxious, organizing is probably the last thing you think to do, right?
In practice, organizing can serve as a wellness opportunity—a positive distraction that lets you pause and choose what happens next.
I was recently stuck in those negative emotions but too occupied with everyday life things to work them out. It took my kids whining at me about something ordinary for me to react (loudly) and realize, “Hey, you’re not okay...what’s up?”
It’s pretty hard to unpack your feelings when you WFH and your kiddos are off school. So I did what I do when I need space but can’t get away—find a mundane, emotionally neutral, physical activity to reclaim my thoughts and energy.
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Taking 20 minutes to fold clothes allowed my body and mind to shift out of that reactive state. It didn’t resolve everything, but it did open a window to choose what I wanted to focus my attention on in the present. Even better: bringing order to this closet had been a “when I find time” to-do, so it was a doubly satisfying win!
If you see yourself in this scenario, you’re so not alone. This post is your invitation and encouragement to lean into your space when emotions are high…
tackle a paper pile
sort a pantry shelf
take on the junk drawer.
These seemingly unimportant tasks may be just the thing you need to check off and do for your wellness right now.💗
what stuff in your home could you seek solitude in?
You might find a goldmine at the bottom of your to-do list. While you're there, consider renaming it "my empower list". This replaces the negative association of "to-dos" with the positive feeling you'll get from tackling it...no matter what mood you go into it with.
Caring for your home is caring for yourself.
I hope you take this invitation and lean into your home for you.
Always,
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