Respecting Space: The Truth About Clutter & Boundaries
Last night, a client poured her heart out to me. She’d come home from work to discover that her husband had thrown away a pile of stuff she had on the kitchen counter.
It looked like junk to him, but to her, it was full of important things…memorabilia, inspiration for her next work project, an uncashed check, and some photos she wanted to scan.
She was hurt, angry, embarrassed, and felt violated.
She said it was like arriving home to find pieces of your heart missing. 💔
I know he thought he was helping but it did way more harm than good.
If you’ve ever had this done to you, I’m so sorry.
I want to share some insights as to why it hurts so bad and why it’s never okay to do this to someone…even when you think you’re helping them.
Take a moment to watch the full video here on YouTube ➡️ (or share it with someone who likes to play Declutter Fairy when you’re not home).
It’s not just about the physical belongings; it’s about feeling respected in your own space. Our clutter isn’t just a mess; it’s often a hidden sanctuary, holding onto memories and bits of ourselves we cherish.
And here’s something to ponder: if you find yourself tidying up someone else’s space without their knowing, you might want to consider a different approach. Studies have shown that this action might unintentionally encourage more clutter. Surprising, isn’t it?
Let’s make a pact to refrain from tidying up other people’s belongings without their consent. Respecting someone’s space means respecting their things, too.
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