This is week one of simplifying my life. Part of the process is to look at the clutter of my life. So, this week has been more of getting rid of the physical clutter. I started with my bathroom. Got rid of expired products, things which i bought and never got around to finish, or bought it but forgot about it...(sob, sob). Decluttering can be very traumatic at first because it reminds you of how much a failure you are...but after attacking it with a focus, it can be very liberating. There is such satisfaction to see a work well done....I would love to take the 'before and after' photos but i think i won't do the bathroom.
Then, the second place i attacked over two hours was my son's bedroom. As he is allergic to dust, it is up to me to clear the clutter. I did it when he was away so that I would not be tempted to nag at him. The clearing up process would be so emotionally draining as I would be scolding and asking him to do this and that. He would be sneezing and getting mad at me. So, without him, I put on some music and started thinking of how to rearrange the place. Got rid of a lot of papers and old books. Got some boxes to help him organise his stationery and stuff. It was a nice surprise when he got back from tuition to see his room all cleaned and properly arranged. In fact, he has been sleeping in the guest room to avoid the mess that he has started. So, tonight, he is moving back to his room. Teenagers and the mess they create!
