Is Your Mental Clutter Holding You Back?
Let’s be honest—most of us aren’t overwhelmed by our stuff alone. We’re weighed down by the noise in our heads, our schedules, and the unrealistic expectations we put on ourselves.
When I read this piece by The Minimalists, it struck a deep chord. Not just because I’ve seen how clutter shows up in my clients’ homes, offices, and calendars—but because I’ve seen how mental clutter sneaks into our relationships, our self-worth, and our decision-making. And it doesn’t let go until we name it, challenge it, and clear it out.
The Minimalists define clutter as:
- Anything that doesn’t add value
- The excess that takes up space in your physical, emotional, or mental life
- Distractions that pull you away from what matters
- Items or commitments we hang onto out of guilt, fear, or indecision
- Stuff (physical or otherwise) that gets in the way of intentional living
- Possessions, habits, and thoughts we keep “just in case” or because we always have
Read the full article here: What Is Clutter? – The Minimalists
Questions Worth Asking:
- What am I holding onto that no longer supports who I’m becoming?
- Where in my life am I choosing comfort over clarity?
- Which obligations feel heavy—like they’re “shoulds,” not “wants”?
- What would I do if I gave myself permission to let go?
Clearing mental clutter isn’t about perfection. It’s about giving yourself space to breathe, listen in, and move forward with purpose.
If you’re tired of carrying what’s no longer yours to carry, let’s work together. I offer private coaching, workshops, and group mentoring designed to help you reset, realign, and rise with clarity.
Explore ways to work with me at elainegracecopeland.com
You don’t have to do this alone.