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Hello from Denise in NYC

« on: October 03, 2007, 05:32:30 PM »

Hello to this wonderful community! I had my first experience at what a teleconference was when I joined the 90 day Radical Reinvention Process. Already, I have begun to see the effects as the universe is aligning itself to confirm to me what I needed to be focusing on.

In my case, while participating on Monday evenings call to embrace Debbie's birthday and to receive from her the assistance of beginning this process, I had a few things come up for me in terms of what I felt I needed to change during these next 90 days. I then listened again on Tuesday mornings call's and I got a bit more clear on what I need to work on. It wasn't really what I initially thought. Although, this one element of my life definately impairs my function on all levels, once I really acknowledged it for what it is.......a huge distraction in my life.

My issue is............CLUTTER. For the most part, it is material clutter, but I know that further down it is emotional and spiritual clutter.

So, this morning (Wednesday), I reviewed all the notes I took from the first call in sessions of Monday and Tuesday, and I determined that in order to free myself, and become the "Fun" person that I have lost, I need to get serious with my clutter. Then, this afternoon, just moments ago, the funniest thing happened......

I picked up this little booklet I read daily, called "Daily Word" put out by Unity, and here's what today's meditation was:

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Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Let Go, Let God

I am a living, loving expression of God’s spirit within me.
In cleaning my house or clearing off my desk, I release items that no longer serve me. The result of less clutter around me brightens the very environment in which I live and work.

It’s just as important for me to do an inner clearing away also, releasing past hurts, negative feelings, uncertainties, and worries. As I release and let go, I open my mind to thoughts of God’s presence. I understand that God is my sufficiency in all things.

Letting go and letting God, I go about being the wise and loving creation of my
Creator that I am meant to be. Centered on the spirit of God within myself and others, I experience and express love, peace, joy, and understanding. I am a living, loving expression of God’s spirit within me.

“For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline.”—2 Timothy 1:7

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How do you like that? Huh

?? LOL Looks like God himself reached down to the pages of that book and confirmed to me that I need to clear my clutter so I can clear my life.

Take care everyone, and have a wonderful week.

Denise


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Sharawn Connors

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #1 on: October 03, 2007, 10:06:03 PM »

Hi Denise,

I can relate to your message. I use t be a real pack rat!!!! Here is what worked for me. One day when I was sick of all of the stuff I invited 4 of my girlfriends over. (all of whom are extremely neat and organized) I provied the cocktails and food. We spent the entire day cleaning up my house and throwing things away. It was good to have them there because they questioned everything I wanted to keep and made me throw away much more than I wold have on my own.

To maintain a clutter free hosue (and I have for about a year now) I give myself a small assignment everynight. It could be cleaning out a drawer or shredding some mail. Whatever it is I try to do one thing a day so the job does not get out of hand.

Also, isn't amazing how God affirms our decisions!!!! I bet you were wondering if you picked the right thing to focus on and there was your confirmation! Good Luck

Sharawn


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KT Funk

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #2 on: October 06, 2007, 11:03:59 AM »

Hi Gals, isn't this fun!

I couldn't believe there were only two folks to chime in on this subject out of all the thousands of us!
I have to say I picked this subject, as it seems the most immediate and physically right in front of my face........and feet!
I've noticed that when I work on it, the other issues are easier to "clean up" too!
Been working on this for a good year & a half. Have had big "Non- Garage Sales", where everything is FREE and it's just a very fun thing to do in the front yard. Meet so many great folks & fun stories about what they pick & who they are.
Started out with the things I was least attached to, then stuff I was attached to, but had nothing to do with my life anymore. Next were things " I might use some day"..................then things I really loved, but hadn't used or even looked at in years!
Last were the little things that were just dear to me, but were honestly just clutter....little boxes & such......little treasures.
I take my dogs to the beach many early mornings a week and started taking a couple of my little treasures to place in the sand for someone else to find! I always see "children" of all ages searching for treasures in the sand and love to find a treasure myself! It's fun!
The action I picked to do this week: just to put things back where they belong immediately when I catch myself putting something down where it doesn't belong. I do it all the time. "Don't have time", you know. : )
.............then, when I walk into a room & see things out of place, to stop and put them where they belong....not in a "junk" drawer, but where they belong. I have to slow down my mind to do this.

I can't belive how wonderful is is to have support with all of this, makes it so much lighter. It's always been ME against the tidal wave of myself!
I thank you.

Much Love, KT


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Barb Forshay

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #3 on: October 11, 2007, 01:41:43 AM »

I am working on this area, too. Perhaps we could be buddies. I am going to clear my desk. I di clean out my car. I can't wait to get rid of all this clutter!!! Barb


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Denise Villamia

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #4 on: October 12, 2007, 03:10:33 AM »

Hey Barb!

How is the de-cluttering going? My worst offense is with my paperwork. I am a school social worker so I often take my work home with me. My second mistake is to always feel that I have to have certain information on hand, rather than just use the internet and get material I need off that source rather than keeping hard copies in files around the house.

Part of me difficulty is in releasing...releasing.... releasing, the need to "have" what someone might need in the future.

I am starting to look at my things in terms of.......is it something that defines my past, or describes my future and where I am heading. If it is something from my past, and I am hesitant to get rid of it, I put it in a container. If I have not looked at that container in the next several months......then I am tossing out the contents. PERIOD!! END OF STORY!! <smile>

Be well.

Denise


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Selim Nart

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #5 on: October 17, 2007, 09:47:54 AM »

There is a book called " It is all too much! ". It will help you alot on decluttering your home and your life. It is a very easy read and an eye opener.

Good Luck!

-Selim


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Teresa Adair

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #6 on: October 17, 2007, 02:25:15 PM »

Thanks for the tips!


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Yvonne Ney

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #7 on: November 17, 2007, 04:34:44 PM »

Hi Denise, and everyone on this board,
How wonderful to know I am not alone in this " Cleaning up the Clutter of my Past" Radical Re-Invention". The inspiration I originally received was not regarding clutter, but, like so many of us, I also went on the Tuesday AM call. (I think I was testing the results from Monday night! LOL!)
I have found as I go deeper and deeper into the "mess", I am having more progress and breakthroughs than I have accomplished in this area, for the most of my life. I am now learning to accept my responsibility in getting rid of the "mess", whereas before in a lot of areas, my "realistic/material side" would win out. ("It cost too much money to throw away/give away"; or "It was a gift and what if (10 years from now) "_____" askes me if I still have it/love it/use it,etc."). Lord, I can even hear myself whining!!! Before beginning this process it wasn't my responsibility-I was just a victim.
I also read the book about "It's all too much". I found it a great read with lots of awesome ideas, but then conveniently and promptly put it on one of my 6 bookcases! ( Hint: I love books!) I also found a book at the library, (so I could take it back), which really is helping me a little. It's all about how to stop being a pack rat! I save almost everything... (Just In Case!)
In the past few weeks I have been able to look deeper inside to the (1st surface) root of the problem. If I have something that someone gave me years ago, (Like a Cigar Band Ring from 1985), I think I have held on to a material thing to jog that particular memory in my brain. I think I have been afraid I'll forget about that wonderful gift of love, so keeping the "ring" takes me there whenever I happen to run across it in one of my 16 "Memory Trunks" (junk filled shoeboxes). HOW PATHETIC! The relationship was over before the smell was off the cigar wrapper!!! Give it up, Girl!
I have had a (Maybe) breakthrough as I type this. Maybe this is a way for me ,(us),to let go of the Material "Mess" of yesterday:
After praying for the strength to do my God's will, I can sit with a pen and paper, write each item, with a date and a brief description of the importance of it, then give/sell/throw the item away. If and/or when I feel like walking down the old "Memory Lane" ("Agony Ravine"), I can pull the notebook out of the slimmed down bookcase, and depress myself, cry, or energize myself to my little heart's content! When I'm finished, I can pray a Gratitude Prayer for all I have been given, including the strength given to clear out the "Clutter of Yesterday's Mess". Then I can put my notebook back in my slimmed down bookcase, look around my uncluttered home, and sigh a very healthy sigh of relief as I no longer have to pick my way around Yesterday to participate in Today.
Has anyone else ever tried this? Or is this truly an original idea? LOL! Id love any other suggestions to rid myself of 30 years of dusty material memories?
With Gratitude to God, Debbie, Technology and the other 3099 people on this Radical ReInvention Journey,

Love in Light,
Bonnie Ney
Lebanon, CT


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Cathy Murphy

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #8 on: November 18, 2007, 05:21:31 AM »

I am so glad to read that others are ridding themselves of clutter! The support is very helpful to me. Until now, I haven't felt powerful enough to challenge my past beliefs that keep me attached to these things - I am happy to say that for a month now boxes and stuff are leaving my house in a constant stream. And there is more to go! Thank you for the idea of having some friends over to help. Sometimes I feel tired and need some inspiration or kind words to keep me going. Love to all and thank you.


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Cara Leah

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #9 on: December 23, 2007, 01:19:11 PM »

Wow........here I am on the eve of another year amidst my mess and clutter, feeling so weighed down and here is this message board. Maybe I can find some playmates here.


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Rita Woodard

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Re: Hello from Denise in NYC

« Reply #10 on: December 27, 2007, 09:28:36 AM »

Cara,
Yes--this is a place to find playmates...and accountability buddies to support you in what you commit to taking on in your life.

Bonnie,
Thank you very much for your suggestion to create a log of mementos. II am a pack rat as well and I can imagine how your idea will help me to part with many items. Maybe I'll create my list on my computer and include photos of some of the items. There are some clothing items that my teen-agers wore as babies & toddlers. If I have a photo, I can give away the clothing and "oohh and ahhh" at the photo!

Wow--I feel relief already. Starting the new year with less clutter will open up space for many more things and experiences and people to show up in my life.
Thank you,
Rita Woodard


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