“The most effective
way to do it, is to do it.” –Amelia Earhart
I’ve always been fascinated with Amelia Earhart, and the
quote above sure speaks volumes to me!
Strangely enough, I came upon this quote last week--moments after contemplating
the matter of when to undertake my wardrobe closet clean.
I generally do this twice a year (spring and fall), but
somehow, I skipped out on last fall’s scheduled clean. Hmmm… Why I’ve put this off for so long is
unknown to me. I fully realize
that when I discard the unwanted, I’m metaphorically making way for new,
exciting life opportunities.
There’s also a firm understanding, on my part, that I always emerge from
reorganizing/de-cluttering projects feeling renewed, inspired and empowered.
When my daily email message from Pink Magazine (To see an
online version of this, click here.) arrived, and it extolled the
virtues of de-cluttering, I knew the fates were sealed. The project I’d put off for far too
long became my priority wish for this past weekend’s accomplishments.
To get myself motivated for this hefty “to do,” I
crafted an art journal entry (pictured above), the night before. Art journaling provides me with a fun way to creatively
express myself, but there is an added benefit… My art journal has, time and
time again, served as the starting point for what I hope to manifest in my
life. Equally important, I decided to treat my closet-cleaning project as a
celebratory event--complete
with hot tea breaks, an endless supply of sparking water and Pandora tunes galore
(I heart the Catherine Russell station!!)!
I am ecstatic to report that, last Saturday afternoon, the closet
doors were thrown open wide, and my swanky soiree went off without a hitch. Not only have I achieved one of this
month’s personal goals, I have emerged feel more refreshed, inspired and, yes,
empowered!
What “to do” have you been avoiding? And, how can you entice yourself to
move forward? T.
