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Anyone can declutter their home, but participating in spring cleaning activities is just the tip of the iceberg. To really benefit from the process, consider taking a more mindful approach to the way you declutter, clean, and organize your home\u2014you\u2019ll be shocked by the benefits, which include improved mental health and overall happiness. After all, less mess equals less stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To truly benefit from all this secret therapy has to offer, here are some ways that you can start to mindfully organize your home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understand What Mindfulness Means<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first step in this journey is understanding what mindfulness means. Most mindful projects are designed to help you focus your full attention on the present moment or experience. In other words, mindfulness is a non-judgmental act. This approach can be implemented into virtually any task, including household chores like organizing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While you organize your stuff, take some time to also organize your thoughts. Notice if your mess correlates with your emotions and note your attachment to inanimate objects; exploring these details is a form of self-discovery. It\u2019ll also give you the chance to discover new organizational tools based on systems that work with your unique personality, needs, and lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take Things Step-by-Step<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Getting carried away while organizing your home is almost too easy\u2014it\u2019s natural to rush through the process, especially if it includes tackling unwanted chores. To take a more mindful approach, try slowing your pace. Whether this means creating a cleaning schedule or focusing on one room at a time, taking things step-by-step will allow you to learn from your clutter and correct those habits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Find a Good Rhythm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Everyone lives by a different rhythm (try comparing Type A and Type B personalities). When it comes to cleaning, falling into a rhythm that works for your schedule and needs will help you get the most out of the project. For some people, this means organizing by color or function. The point is to find a method of decluttering that works for you instead of forcing yourself to follow a \u201ccleaning standard\u201d that isn\u2019t realistic for your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember That Mindfulness & Minimalism Are Different<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While both words start with M, they\u2019re not the same. Mindfulness doesn\u2019t always mean taking a minimalist approach to cleaning (to learn more about this organizational method explore our blog on minimalism<\/a>). Instead of setting a goal that centers on getting rid of belongings, establish a goal that focuses on a positive mindset. This could be a goal to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n