Spring Cleaning: Clearing Out Life's Clutter
- sarah campbell
- Jun 9
- 2 min read
With the beauty of spring comes blooming flowers, budding trees, chirping birds, and crisp, fresh air—nature’s invitation to new growth and possibilities. For many, spring awakens an internal urge to clean out and freshen up cars, homes, and yards. It’s also a time when many feel renewed motivation to eat healthier and exercise more. Isn’t it inspiring how the changing of the seasons naturally stirs us to rejuvenate and reset?
Spring cleaning—whether it’s decluttering your home or refreshing your health routine—creates a sense of lightness and possibility. Imagine the gains one can experience by clearing out the clutter and making space in both the mind and body. Now think about carrying around the weight of the “clutter” that accumulates over time—both physically and emotionally. Just like a messy house, our minds and bodies can become weighed down by the buildup of stress, worries, and unresolved issues.
This mental and emotional clutter takes a toll on our physical health, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life. It can cloud our communication, strain relationships, and keep us from fully experiencing joy in the present moment. Freeing your mind of this clutter and creating space can improve your communication, time management, organization, presence, and capacity for happiness.
Here are some helpful steps to start clearing the clutter from your mind:
Identify the clutter and weights you’re carrying.
Decide what to do with each weight—dispose of it, continue to carry it, or set it aside for now.
Acknowledge the strengths you already possess.
Use those strengths as a foundation to build anew.
Seek mentors or accountability partners who can support your journey.
Identify and process the feelings that arise as you clear the clutter.
Practice forgiveness—for yourself and others.
Just as summer’s warmth encourages us to prepare during spring, now is the perfect time to plan for a more fulfilling, healthy life. Be encouraged—exciting new adventures and personal growth are waiting to bloom!