A taste of clutter-free

I've not focussed so much on decluttering this week. I've taken a bit of a break from it, but in writing about it yesterday, I realised that the stress associated with the clutter hasn't been present this week. 

Instead, I've found the space within my mind to write, and to relax. I've been able to write spontaneously, and give more thought to my posts here and elsewhere. I didn't think of it at the time, but I'm certain that the shifting of a whole car load of stuff (200+ items) has facilitated the freedom that I've felt this week. 

This is my taste of clutter-free. The removal of the stress associated with owning too much stuff, constant frustration that everything is everywhere, all over the place. 

By removing physical belongings and freeing up space, I have savoured the space in both my mind and my physical environment. 

It feels great. There is a long way to go, but I'm grateful that I've been able to experience the freedom that decluttering allows so early. It motivates me to carry on.