Most of us want our dwellings with our partners to be a retreat from the daily grind, a place where we feel not only safe, but inspired.
There’s an undeniable connection between what/who we surround ourselves with and how we feel physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
A client I worked with some time ago asked me if I could help her and her partner declutter and organize their home office. They have been married 34 years. My first question is always, are both of you aware that you need to make a change and are willing to take the next step? Thankfully they were both ready (albeit one more so than the other).
“My husband and I had a very cluttered and disorganized office. Every time I would ask my husband to clear out his clutter, he would make excuses and say he'd get to it "later".
Mara motivated him to get his space in order by gently questioning him about his collection of piles. I'm so thankful she could do what I couldn't do without making my husband upset.”
Sometimes our partners need an outside perspective, no strings attached, no bias, to spark a change.
If clutter has been a source of strife in your home, reach out for some compassionate, professional help. As long as both parties are aware they need help, change and growth are possible.
