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Have you ever noticed how clutter attracts more clutter? Our homes seem to be magnets for stuff – stuff we really don’t need and often make no use of. We seem to live in a society that loves to collect things – knickknacks, kitchen gadgets, magazines, tools, exercise equipment – you name it, someone has it! For some of us, this does not present a problem. For others, these items can take over a home.

Surely you are familiar with the “Law Of Attraction” by now. Basically it says that like attracts like, so would you agree it only makes sense that it works with “stuff” as well? And as that clutter creeps in, it creates a level of stress in our lives. It may be just a low level of stress, but it is one that is telling us we are not quite in control of something in our lives.

And it gets even worse. Are you aware that by accumulating all that clutter in your home or workspace, you can even curb your financial, business and spiritual growth? Feng Shui specialists tell us that if your house and the items in it prevent a clear path to allow the movement of good qi (chi) to flow, you will struggle in almost all aspects of your life – personal relationships, spiritual, business and financial.

Qi, or chi, is the Chinese word for energy. The intention of feng shui practitioners is to arrange your home to attract good energy and to sweep out all negative energy. They will be the first to tell you that clutter keeps negative energy hanging around, and prevents the entry and movement of good chi. If you wish to have the benefits of good feng shui in your home, then clutter has got to go!

Almost all organizational experts will echo this idea. They have noticed that along with the benefits of decluttering your house, clients have realized a new level of productivity at work, attracted new clients, lost excess body weight and even alleviated depression.

I have to agree. Recently, we decided to do some long overdue ‘clearing out’ of our basement storage area and garage. Once we had taken trunk-loads of stuff we never used to our local recycling depot, given away boxes of books to a neighbor who loves to read, and donated collected craft supplies I no longer use to local artists, I found that ten pounds that have been hanging on for years have vanished!

Coincidence? Probably. But it certainly gave me the kick in the pants I needed to continue cleaning and organizing my home. And to continue my journey to achieving my ideal weight.

Are you ready to give it a try?

Nicki Goff is an experienced coach who wants to help you to reduce clutter in your home. Learn more about how you can reduce clutter and take control of your home and your life. Get a free 10 part newsletter and other helpful resources.