Freedom From Clutter

Stacy Gooding
Jul 1
3 min read

Turning Down The Volume and Finding Freedom in Simplicity

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July is a celebration of freedom and not just in a patriotic sense, but personal freedom as well. This month, we empower you to experience freedom from the emotional, physical, and mental clutter that weighs you down. By gently releasing what no longer serves your life, you can create a home that reflects peace, clarity, and intentionality.

What Does Freedom Mean to You?

Freedom can be as simple as walking into your home and breathing a sigh of relief. It's the ability to move through your space with ease and intention, unburdened by the things that no longer reflect your present life. In July, we often celebrate independence as a nation, but this is also an ideal time to consider what personal independence looks like. Where are you feeling weighed down? What areas of your home cause stress instead of support? This month, we will explore how creating physical and emotional space can offer profound freedom.

The Hidden Weight of Clutter

Clutter is more than just a mess; it's a constant reminder of unfinished tasks, unmade decisions, and emotional attachments. Whether it's a hallway filled with unused shoes or a garage you avoid entering, these spaces can quietly drain your energy. Physical clutter often leads to mental clutter, and over time, it can increase stress and even impact sleep or relationships. By acknowledging the silent toll clutter takes, we empower ourselves to take small, meaningful steps toward change.

How Clutter Affects Our Energy and Emotions

Every item in our home holds space, both physically and energetically. When your space is full of things that no longer serve or inspire you, it can create emotional congestion. You might find yourself feeling more anxious or fatigued without realizing the connection. Letting go of clutter is about more than cleaning; it's about reclaiming energy. Creating a calm environment supports better focus, peace of mind, and a deeper connection to your values and intentions.

Releasing with Grace: A Judgment-Free Approach

Letting go is not about deprivation; it's about discernment. It's okay to struggle with parting from belongings that hold memories. Begin by asking, "Does this serve me now?" or "Is this item part of the life I'm building today?" Releasing items with grace means doing so with love, not shame. Remember, decluttering is not a moral test. You're not a better person for having less, but you may feel freer for having less that no longer aligns with who you are.

The Freedom Formula: Intentionality, Boundaries & Space

To gain lasting freedom from clutter, we need a framework. I challenge you to use the Freedom Formula:

Intentionality means choosing what you allow into your space with care. What supports your goals, joy, and peace?
Boundaries mean recognizing your space and energy are finite. Don't overfill them.
Space means preserving open areas for rest, movement, or creativity. You don't need to fill every corner.

Try using these three words as a filter the next time you're deciding whether to keep something: Is it intentional? Does it honor my boundaries? Does it leave room to breathe?

Decluttering isn't about stripping down your life, but rather about lifting it up. When you free yourself from clutter, you give yourself more time, more clarity, and more connection. Be gentle with yourself. Start where you are, with what you have. You don't have to do it all today. One drawer, one decision, one space at a time, you're making room for freedom.

Choose one area this week to free from clutter. Tag us in your before-and-after photos or share your progress with #FreedomFromClutter to inspire and be inspired.