70: Purifying In Your Purse, Handbag & Wallet
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Release Date: 05/06/2020
88: Podcast Completion & Celebration
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After 2 1/2 years, 88 episodes, and almost 24,000 downloads, it is time for me to call the podcast complete. It has been a joy and honor to share the energy and message of Purification with you!
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87: From Resistance to Acceptance: Mary Jane's Story
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If you're planning a big downsizing process or supporting someone who is, be sure check out this episode!
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86: On Racist Memorabilia
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See letspurify.energy/86 for all of the links referred to in this episode.
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85: Checking In: Let's Receive a Breath Together
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Hi! It’s been a while and I wanted to check in with a reminder to breathe. In times of uncertainty (like what we’re experiencing with the US Presidential election, for instance…), it is vital that we remember to tune in with the breath. In this short episode, I share 2 upcoming episode topics and also give some specific tips on breathing.
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84: Podcast Pause: September & October 2020
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As I shared in episode 83 on reclaiming motivation for Purifying and decluttering, I’ve been struggling with my podcasting inspiration. I thought I had it back, and I’m realizing now that I don’t.
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83: Three Steps to Reclaim Your Decluttering Motivation
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It's very common to start the decluttering process with gusto just to feel deflated a few hours, days, or weeks later. These 3 steps will help you understand what’s at the root of your lacking motivation – and take your next steps.
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Part 10: Inner Art of Decluttering "Staying Curious & Having Fun"
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In part 10 of The Inner Art of Decluttering, professional organizer Pam Holland and I talk about staying curious and having fun as you declutter and Purify.
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Part 9: Inner Art of Decluttering "Inherited Items" & "Grief"
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In part 9 of The Inner Art of Decluttering, professional organizer Pam Holland and I talk about facing inherited items and grief (and paperwork too!) as you declutter.
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Part 8: Inner Art of Decluttering "Sentimental Items" & "Attachment"
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In part 8 of The Inner Art of Decluttering, professional organizer Pam Holland and I answer questions about letting go of (or holding on to) sentimental items and working through attachment to belongings.
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Part 7: Inner Art of Decluttering "Where to Begin" & "Self-Talk"
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In part 7 of The Inner Art of Decluttering, professional organizer Pam Holland and I answer questions about where to begin your decluttering process and self-talk and beliefs that can derail decluttering.
info_outlinePurifying – in general – is all about what we choose to carry with us into the next phase of life – and what we choose to let go.
Purifying in our purses, handbags and wallets is about what we literally carry with us every day!
The contents of these awesome containers can tell us a lot about ourselves. And, because we see them everyday, we may no longer really see them.
When you give yourself the time to Purify in these areas, you get to see them with fresh eyes and reflect:
- What do you want to carry with you?
- What has gathered here unconsciously?
- What heavy weight (literal or figurative) can you shed?
See the steps below for guidance on Purifying in your purse, handbag and wallet. You can create your own ritual to revisit as needed.
Steps to Purify Your Purse, Handbag & Wallet
- Take a peak into your handbag or wallet. Notice – without judgment – what has gathered there.
- Clear a space for Purifying. Give yourself an open, sacred space to work. Consider creating a small altar, smudging, or another ritual.
- Sit or stand in Presence. Receive a few deep, centering breaths. Feel yourself rooted and grounded.
- Empty out your handbag and/or wallet. Spread the contents out so you can see them – and feel them energetically.
- Look at it all with eyes of acceptance. Bring an open, spacious attitude. No judgment.
- Tune in energetically. Feel what comes up as you look at – and maybe pick up – each object. Allow your intuition to speak to you about what you want to carry and what belongs elsewhere.
- Notice any themes that arise. Be aware of how these belongings reflect what is happening within. This is the inner Purification.
- Move the objects into categories. Putting ‘like things’ together will help you see these belongings more clearly.
- Sort the belongings. Create piles for keep in the bag or wallet, move elsewhere, recycle, and toss.
- Look at your purse, handbag and/or wallet. Notice how your feel about these containers.
- Refill your purse, handbag and/or wallet. Allow these spaces to be organized and clear.
- Add anything extra. Notice if there are other belongings that you intentionally want to carry. These are things that can support you while you’re out in the world.
Links From This Episode
- 9: Purifying as a Loving Gesture to Self: Dawn’s Story – Check out this episode to learn more about Dawn’s purse Purification experience
- 45: Purifying In The Bathroom: Beauty Products & Medicine Cabinets – Kris Ruby mentioned the bathroom detox episode in her Apple Podcasts review
- 54: Purifying In The Bathroom, Part 2: Wisdom From Stylist & Salon Owner Annette Comp-Patti
- Join The Let’s Purify! Email Newsletter! – This is a great way to connect, get reminders of every episode, and to stay up to date on all things Let’s Purify! and Purification.
Until next time, my friend, lighten your load and keep on Purifying!