Why We Accumulate Clutter and What To Do About It

Be honest - is there clutter accumulated in your space? Your office, home, garage or even your closet? We ALL have it! But this clutter is insidious. Because after a while it can blend in and start to look as part of the decor  to us. So at some point instead of noticing it,  you just start to live with it. It can also affect your inner calm/balance and even hinder you from seeing new opportunities to redesign or bring in new things into your home. So, that clutter needs to go. In this episode, you’ll learn actionable steps to take to clear clutter that has accumulated in your space. You’ll discover the benefits of having a clean, clear space without the piles of clutter lying about. Listen in… Show Highlights Include: The biggest causes of clutter and why we allow it to pile up. (6:53) How indecision about whether to get rid of or keep an item contributes to clutter. (8:58) The 30-year rule you can implement to help you decide if you should get rid of an item or not (or give it to people who truly need it). (14:37) How you can create a sense of inner peace with your environment. (16:10) Actionable steps you can take to start decluttering your space today. (18:34) Interested in coaching with Brilliant Balance? Schedule an exploratory call here: www.brilliant-balance.com/schedule  Subscribe to The Brilliant Balance Weekly and we’ll deliver it to your digital doorstep each Tuesday: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly  Need a few moments of peace? Listen to our free 5-Minute Meditation: www.brilliant-balance.com/breathe/  Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brilliant_balance  Join our private Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/281949848958057 

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You deserve a big, full life and the freedom to enjoy it. The Brilliant Balance Podcast helps women in leadership design their next chapter for sustainable success—without burnout. Every week, host Cherylanne Skolnicki, a leading expert in work-life balance, leadership growth, and mindset coaching, shares ideas, inspiration, and insights to help high-achieving women align their ambition with personal fulfillment. Through conversations on leadership mindset, time management, and personal growth, you'll gain the tools to thrive in both your career and personal life. Whether you're considering a career pivot or craving more time for your personal life, you might find yourself asking: How do I advance my career—without working 24/7? Can I achieve my goals while still having time for my family? How do I stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling in control? What’s next for me—and how do I design it intentionally? If you’ve ever wondered how to fulfill your potential without breaking your life, this podcast is for you. In addition to sharing her own insights, Cherylanne sits down with experts, thought leaders, and ambitious women who reveal their strategies for burnout recovery, productivity for women, and redefining success on their terms. You’ll love the Brilliant Balance Podcast if you like podcasts like: Unlocking Us or Dare to Lead with Brene Brown, Women at Work by Harvard Business Review, The Midlife with Reshma Saujani, We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, The Mel Robbins Podcast, HerMoney with Jean Chatzky, So Money with Farnoosh Torabi