Simplicity...

One of my goals in this journey, is to rid myself of the clutter in my home and life.  The things hidden behind closed doors - figuratively and metaphorically.  I'd like to simplify but I struggle with where to begin.  When is it enough?  When do I start?  Do I start with the physical de-cluttering or the mental de-cluttering.  Or do I work on them simultaneously?

I spent the day cleaning my home.  The bathrooms are scrubbed.  The floors are mopped.  The dust is gone and the mirrors are shiny.  But please...please don't open that cupboard door.  Or look in that closet.  Or ask me to tell you what goes on in my head.  The clutter there is overwhelming.  It will spill out the moment you crack the door.  And the mess will be there for everyone to see.

Yesterday I began.  I cleaned my bedroom closet. I threw things away.  I organized.  Nothing I parted with made me think for more than a second.  So why was it there to begin with?  Why would I hang on to something that I didn't need?  That had a hole?  That didn't fit?  That wasn't useful?  That didn't contribute to my life in a positive way?

So I've set my sights on the physical de-cluttering.  And when that's done, I'll move on to the mental de-cluttering.  And I'll try to focus on the one task at a time and give no mind to the overwhelming tasks that remain.  And in the end, I hope to feel lighter, clearer, not so burdened.  Calm.