Spring Cleaning Tips!

So it's Spring, and with that comes to mind this wonderful thing called Spring Cleaning. You might start groaning at the thought of it, or you might be like me and be running through all of the exciting projects that are just waiting for you. Like washing the walls. Don't look at me like I'm crazy! Washing the walls with a bit of scented water is one of my favorite "chores".

I want to share with you some ideas and tips on how to start Spring Cleaning on a good note!

Big vs. Little

Some people will tell you to tackle the big tasks and get them out of the way and others will tell you to start small and work your way up to the big stuff. I say, figure out which strategy will work for you. You know yourself better than I do! I tend to do better when I start with the big projects first. For example cleaning out closets or rearranging cabinets gives me that sense of accomplishment and pride to push me through the little projects afterward. But if you get overwhelmed easily then start on those little projects and make small steps toward the bigger ones. It's all about knowing yourself.

Get rid of things you don't need.

When I moved last year I got rid of a lot of stuff, and I can't tell you how good it felt. It's hard to let go of stuff, especially when you've had it for a long time. Ask yourself these questions. Do you really need it? Are you really going to use it? How many times have you used it in the last year? Five years? Can you live without it? If it's something sentimental are you able to hold that memory without keeping the item? Is it worth it?

Let go of letters and mementos from past relationships, if those relationships weren't nourishing to you. Let go of those things that you plan on fixing or using someday but you just never get around to it. Donate the stuff you don't have a use for!

Do some decluttering.

Sometimes all you need is a good round of decluttering to make your home sparkle. Go through each room and get rid of broken toys, organize books and magazines, get rid of that pile of junk mail, or organize your dvds. If you're bad at organization check out pinterest for great and creative ideas. Beating the clutter is half the battle.

Go Digital.

Spring clean your computer and your phone! Get rid of old apps, programs, and photos that you no longer need. Make more room on your hard drive by getting rid of files that you aren't using. Organize your remaining files and photos into folders instead of having your desktop look like a war zone. (Guilty here!)

Get Spiritual with it.

I believe with my whole heart that energies linger in our homes and we need to cleanse our homes of negative energies every now and then. It's good to have a nice atmosphere, a clean atmosphere, and that's where sacred space clearing comes in. The best way to do this (for me) is to open every window in the house and let in the fresh air. Then I use a smudge stick (which is usually a bundle of sage and/or other herbs) or my favorite incense to go around the house, letting the smoke cleanse the space. Sage is purifying and the smoke from the sage cleanses the energies of your home. You can also cleanse the energies with sound, especially drumming, it breaks up the energy, and prayer works too! I definitely notice a difference afterward.

Goddess Haven.

One of my all-time favorite e-courses is Leonie Dawson's Goddess Haven e-course. It was huge in helping me come out of a depression that had left my apartment looking like something out of Hoarders. I absolutely love this course and heartily recommend it! It helps you prioritize, get organized, and create a space that you'll love.

What's your best Spring Cleaning tip?