83: Three Steps to Reclaim Your Decluttering Motivation
Let's Purify! Holistic Decluttering
Release Date: 09/02/2020
Let's Purify! Holistic Decluttering
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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info_outlineWe all lose our motivation sometimes… including me. As I was preparing to record this episode, I had to face my own lack of motivation and inspiration for podcasting. Fortunately, by following the steps I outline in this episode I was able to reclaim my motivation!
It is very common to start the decluttering and Purification 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.
Three Steps to Reclaim Your Decluttering Motivation (and even get inspired & excited!)
- Acknowledge without Judgment – Name what has occurred. Be compassionate and open with yourself. This way you can take responsibility for where you are, without condemning yourself for it.
- Explore – Think back to what was happening in your life and your Purification process when you got derailed. See if you can identify what happened that caused you to stop. It could be external circumstances or internal experiences. Simply be curious – explore and notice.
- Prioritize – Without judgment, determine if Purifying is a true priority right now. Check in with your why: Why did you want to Purify and declutter in the first place? It may be that you need to intentionally pause your process so you can attend to other things right now. Or, after exploring the reasons you really want to do this, you may realize you want to get started again right away!
3a. Pause with Purpose – If you need to take a pause from Purifying, pause with purpose. See if you can bring your current process to an intentional close – pack things back up and seal off the energy of your process so you can move onto other priorities without guilt.
3b. Stoke the Fire – If you decide you want to re-start your process, deepen your inspiration. Journal about your why, visualize your Purified home, get excited! Talk with your bestie about your why and what will be different in your life after you’ve Purified away the excess. Create a plan to address the things you discovered when you were exploring in step 2.
May these steps help you to clarify your priorities and determine which next steps are right for you.
If you need some help getting motivated…
I’d love to help! Let’s see how we can work together to get you re-inspired and motivated. TAP HERE to schedule a free 20-minute consultation now. You’ll answer a few questions and we’ll connect for your consultation over the phone or video conference (your preference!).