November 12, 2025: The Clear Mind

Your clutter might be stressing you out.

Science backs this up, according to a UCLA study. Clutter does more than crowd shelves. Messy rooms can sabotage your mind.

Negative space is an essential element, not just a void. The gap between objects gives them meaning, like how the silence between notes makes music.

What could you get rid of that you’ve hauled around for years?

During our last move, I faced my old high school mementos. Certificates, trophies, ribbons.

I had kept them in boxes for decades, piled in the attic, but I never looked at them.

So, I decided it was time. I snapped photos of a few items, then tossed everything to the curb. Since then, not a single regret.

If you struggle letting go, remember the “90/90 Rule.” Look at an object and ask: “Have I used this in the last 90 days? And will I use it in the next 90 days?”

If the answer to both is no, you’re safe to say buh-bye.

Do a house sweep. Discard forgotten gadgets and excess containers. And you don’t need dozens of mystery cords and those piles of paperwork.

Digital chaos can drain your mental energy, too. Unsubscribe from email newsletters you never read. Delete old apps from your phone. Clear your computer desktop.

It’s all about clearing your mind.