It was the summer of 2018 and I had just finished my first year at college. I live at home, so naturally I still live in my childhood bedroom. At the time, I hated doing my homework in my room or cleaning my room but I always thought it was because I wanted to relax. However, I came to understand that the space itself was preventing me from truly enjoying my home.

Reorganizing my room allowed for more space, a clearer head, and somewhere I actually look forward to go to. Clutter tends to accumulate wherever you go, it is a fact of life. An item that holds a memory or birthday cards, or old phone chargers and unused headphones. We don't use these but we still keep and have them because it is familiar.

I tried using the Marie Kondo cleaning method but it was very difficult to part with those items I loved but didn't need. It took me a while to actually start the process and get in the right head-space but I eventually got it done. Allowing yourself to let go of these items will help you enjoy your space and see it in a way you haven't before.

You are able to decorate or even relive those little memories again. With technology it is so easy to take a picture of those items and save it to a picture album that you can then show off. De-cluttering can happen at any time; don't talk yourself into doing it when you move homes or when you have people over. Try to do it in little bits, don't overwork yourself because it so easy to get distracted from your goal.

Being able to see your home in a cleaner, more welcoming environment can get you motivated to do those things you have been wanting to do. You cleared a space in your living room and you want to be more active? Get a yoga mat and your space can easily be a work out area. Get rid of that piece of furniture that was taking up so much room by your window? Create bookshelf bench seat and have it become a relaxation area.

Taking the time to turn your home into an area that can be relaxing and give off good vibes will not only you, but your friends and family excited to be at your place. I am a big advocate for good vibes and having a nice chill spot, so when I reorganized my room and made it into something I was excited to live in, it made me see my life in a different view.

I am able to breathe clearly and relax in my personal area, maybe you can do the same! Take the time to reorganize your area and you might find more about yourself and the home you live in.