What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You Quotes

“When you consider it as a communication tool of your wise self, clearing clutter becomes an opportunity to graduate, spiritually, to the next soul level, and to begin living more fully and authentically”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Our child’s mind learns not only how to argue, but also what the consequences are. That can easily morph into a belief like, “If I make someone mad, they’ll leave me, so I’d better be agreeable and accommodating if I want to be loved.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“When we’re restructuring relationships, it often takes the other person time to adjust. Even if your boundary is clear and to the point, some people may push the envelope and keep asking. In this situation, simply restate your boundary until they hear you. Everyone eventually gets it.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“In my work, I’ve found that the main reason people don’t set boundaries is that they lack the language to do so.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“The solution to that isn’t self-sacrifice. It’s showing yourself that you’ll be fine even when you feel a bit shitty.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Listen for the reasons you come up with to convince yourself to say yes when you don’t want to. Chances are they’re false stories you make up so you can avoid feeling uncomfortable about putting your needs first.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“This challenge helps you See how many requests come your way. Identify which requests drain your energy or frustrate you. Evaluate the relationships in your life. Reclaim your power and get back in charge of your time. Learn to say no firmly and graciously.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“A great way to start checking boundaries and your need for them is to pay attention to requests for your time, talent, energy, or company.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“How do you know if you even need a boundary? Consider the following questions: What am I tolerating in my life? Where do I feel taken advantage of? Whose phone calls do I dread receiving? What or whom would I rather not have to deal with? What am I saying yes to when I really want to say no?”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“When clutter piles up, take it as a sign to think about where you’re not taking the best care of yourself.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Three common threads are: Unrealistic expectations Lack of boundaries Old beliefs”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“However, all clutter has common threads running through it.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“By holding a loving space for your worried thoughts instead of letting them rule the roost, you teach yourself that you are your safe place, and over time, you’ll notice it’s easier to calm your mind and feel more centered.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Excess weight is most commonly used as protection from others’ energy, painful relationships, and nasty self-talk. You may use it to guard your vulnerability or sensitivity or to help you feel invisible”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Overtly visible clutter is a loud-and-clear message that something needs your attention. By ignoring it, you send yourself the message that you’re not a priority.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Each time you get ready to sort physical clutter or take steps to address emotional clutter, take a couple of minutes to check in with your resistance and see what’s going on.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“The first clutter you may need to clear is your resistance. Sit with it. Journal about it. Speak to someone safe. Give it a voice. This is what helps her settle down.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“The other thing she needs is to feel heard—hence the persistent squawking. This part is key. If ever she feels dismissed or ignored, chaos ensues. This chaos can take many shapes—more clutter, a nasty head cold that knocks you down for a week, a distracted mind, aches and pains, a family member or friend telling you not to get rid of this or that, or a sexy invitation for the exact time you had scheduled your clutter clearing—anything that will stop you in your tracks and throw a wrench in your clutter-clearing plans”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“If you find yourself procrastinating, break down the action you’re trying to do; chances are it’s still too big for your critic. She needs evidence that she’ll be safe to get on board, so don’t expect her to take big leaps”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“You can’t change what you aren’t aware of. Your soul is trying desperately to get your attention.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“What stops you from clearing your clutter? (Go beyond “I don’t have time.”) What would it mean if it was all gone? (Move past “I’d be relieved.”) If clutter were no longer an obstacle, what would you then have time for? (This might be a professional pursuit, a romantic relationship, or a life dream.) Is there anything about that task, project, or goal that feels intimidating? (Might your clutter be a convenient distraction from pursuing”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Clearing clutter is about getting rid of anything that is no longer a fit for your life.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“The universe and your spiritual team are always at the ready to support you, but they need to be invited in.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Even the smallest amount of physical clutter can cause an energetic hoarding situation. The channels through which you and the universe communicate become narrower and narrower, making it difficult for things to ever feel like they’re going your way.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Clutter is a roadblock to abundance in all its forms. Whether it’s physical clutter that is frustrating you or emotional clutter that limits your thinking,”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“We’re digging deep here. Clutter is a beautiful tool for self-exploration, self-understanding, and self-compassion”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Thanks, Uni! (The universe and I are tight, so I gave it a nickname.)”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“Under-promise and over-deliver. That’s the best way to keep your inner critic in the game.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“If your awareness is cluttered up, your lens can’t be focused to see the gifts because you’re looking through a dirty filter.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You

“all it takes is a shift in perspective to help you see other options and feel hopeful and motivated.”
― Kerri L. Richardson, What Your Clutter Is Trying to Tell You