18 Tips to Conquer Clutter

Life in disarraySince I've been incredibly busy writing books, drawing, making music, and mastering the subtle art of cat juggling, I've not made time for this blog. I feel terrible about it. I really do.

In fact, this was a perfect week to blog since I had a crushing bout of Depression that made me so fun to be around that my family began not coming home. I still wonder where my wife is. Honey? Dear?

So while I think about how I can cheerily relate how I fought off my latest black mood with nothing but a smile and a pan of spicy ramen, I wanted to leave you with a link that you might find useful.

Over at zenhabits.com there is an article listing 18 different ways to attack clutter in your home. Each point will only take about five minutes of your time. Since clutter can lead to chaos in the mind as well as in the home, I am a big fan of cleaning. Often, when I find myself overwhelmed, I am able to begin the process of gaining control of my life by picking one mess to straighten. Even one mess can start a chain reaction for me enabling me to climb out of the funk for good. I highly recommend zenhabits.com's list for a fresh way of getting at your messes and freeing your mind.

Enjoy your weekend. I hope to have an article ready for you next week.

Comments

Bitter Animator said…
I've never really thought about clutter contributing to depression. My desk is pure chaos but I guess I've taken comfort in the fact that it's my chaos. I'm wondering now if I'd have better days if I tidied it.

And, actually, I live in a tiny cluttered house, much like my mind. You might be on to something.

I love your doodles. I just discovered your blog and it's nice to find other places where people are being open about their depression, black days and other issues.
April 05, 2008 3:24 AM
Anonymous said…
Hi Doug,
Been a while since I posted a comment - but I still check in on your blog through my google reader :)

You are soooo right about clutter. I have an archive of photos I took of rooms in my house; before and after pics. When the "after" look turns back into the "before" it drains me. So I tackle it and feel energized again. It's a cycle I hope to end one day, but that day seems pretty far off.

I'm going to check the link you posted now. I love tips to tackle the clutter monster.

As always, thanks for sharing :)

Deb
April 06, 2008 5:50 AM
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