When we declutter our space we make room for imagination, creativity, and inspiration. A cluttered space can create a cluttered mind. The mind is easily distracted and will find it difficult to focus if there are things in the way. The same way we want to clear out space in our homes and in our life, we also need to find ways to declutter our mind.
Take a mental inventory and notice what thought patterns repeat or are on a loop. Ask yourself – does this serve me well? Is this helping in anyway? Is this making my life better? As Marie Kondo would ask, author of The Magic Art of Tidying Up – “does it spark joy?”
How can we assess our thought patterns and tune in to the clutter and find ways to let go? Letting go can be challenging. It’s easier said than done.
One of the ways to stop the thought loops that create clutter in your mind – is to recognize them. This is the first step – awareness. By becoming aware we step into the role of the observer, witnessing thoughts as they arise.
The second step is not to judge them – navigate through these thoughts and find out why they are coming up without the need to analyze.
The third step is to replace the thoughts – whenever you begin to notice a thought pattern – do your best to stop it and replace it with something else. A more positive thought. You could focus on what you do want, manifesting a clear mind or a better way of thinking.