Feeling overwhelmed before the holidays? Discover why fall is the perfect time to declutter your home and mind, creating space for the joy and new gifts of the season. Start your seasonal reset today!
We’re all guilty of amassing clutter in some form. Whether it’s a stack of magazines that you keep meaning to read, a smattering of clothing that you haven’t got around to hanging up, or your collection of tchotchkes that do nothing but sit and look pretty while collecting dust. For the most part, our clutter is manageable.
But what happens when we keep accumulating and do not use our letting go muscles on a regular basis?
Our homes become storage units instead of sanctuaries.
Our minds feel as cluttered as our countertops.
And just when we think we’ve reached capacity, we turn the calendar page to the most acquisitive time of the year: the holiday season. A tidal wave of new stuff is coming—gifts, decorations, festive foods, and goodie bags.
It’s a beautiful, joyful influx, but it can feel overwhelming if there’s no space for it to land.
This is precisely why fall is the ultimate season of preparation and release. It is nature’s masterclass in the art of letting go.
Look outside. The trees aren’t clinging desperately to their leaves. They don’t see their vibrant red and gold foliage as a loss. Instead, they perform a magnificent, graceful release. They let go of what no longer serves them to conserve energy, to survive the winter, and to make space for new growth in the spring.
We can do the same.
The "stuff" we hold onto—the clothes that don’t fit, the gadgets we never use, the sentimental items we keep out of obligation—is just like those leaves. It once had a season, a purpose. But holding onto it now only weighs us down, draining our mental and physical energy.
Think of decluttering now not as a chore, but as an act of hospitality for your future self. You are quite literally making room for the memories and treasures to come.
By clearing out the excess before the holidays, you accomplish several things:
You Reduce Incoming Stress: When a new gift arrives, you won’t feel a pang of anxiety about where to put it. You’ll have a designated, peaceful space for it. Find out more...
You Clarify Your Desires: As you sort through your belongings, you become more mindful of what you truly value. This makes you a better gift receiver (and giver!), appreciating the thought behind the object rather than seeing it as just more stuff. Find out more...
You Enter the Season Lighter: A decluttered space leads to a decluttered mind. You can focus on what truly matters during the holidays—connection, gratitude, and celebration—without the background noise of visual chaos.
You don’t need to tackle the entire house in a weekend. Start small, and be kind to yourself.
- The Coat Closet: It’s the first stop for guests and the gateway to your home. Pull out every coat, scarf, and mitten. If no one has worn it in two winters, thank it for its service and let it go. Someone else will be grateful for its warmth.
- The Kitchen Pantry: Make space for holiday baking supplies and festive treats by clearing out expired goods and duplicate gadgets. That "just-in-case" turkey platter you never use? Maybe it’s time to pass it on. Find more info...
- The Living Room: This is where everyone gathers. Edit your shelves. Do you need all those candles? All those throw blankets? Create a sense of spaciousness and calm before you deck the halls.
As you fill a bag for donation, you aren't just getting rid of things; you are practicing the muscle of release. You are building a resilience against the constant pull of accumulation.
So, embrace the crisp autumn air as an invitation to exhale. Let go of the physical and mental clutter. Shed what’s no longer necessary, just like the majestic trees. By doing so, you won’t be entering the holiday season with a sense of lack, but with a profound sense of readiness and spaciousness—perfectly prepared to receive the abundance of joy, love, and new memories on the horizon.
...Let this be your seasonal reset. Shed the physical and mental clutter now, and you'll welcome the holidays with a profound sense of readiness and spaciousness.
But what if this wasn't just a seasonal fix? What if you could stop just managing the mess and start mastering it for good?
In my 7-Day System for Essential Daily Habits, I give you the exact same strategies I use with my private clients to create a decluttered life for good. This isn't about a one-time purge; it's about building a solid foundation for your dreams. For just $47, you can stop feeling stuck and start quickly experiencing more freedom, focus, and the confidence to tackle any challenge.
You've already taken the first step by reading this. Now, take the next one.
