Jean is a firecracker of a woman – smart, funny, and really damn good at her job. She’s filled with gratitude to be able to work because an illness a few years ago made her so sick she could barely get out of bed.
As Jean recovered from illness over the last two years, she made radical changes in her life. She moved into her dream home in Southern California – a beautiful ranch with high ceilings and lots of windows to let light in. The backyard was lushly landscaped and there was a sparkling blue pool that made Jean feel calm every time she looked at it.
To support her health, Jean was careful about setting the mood in her living space – flowers, colors that calmed her, scents that soothed her. And visually, she was diligent about keeping her space clutter-free.
So, I was interested to learn from her how chaotic and disorganized she felt in her business – specifically in her office space in her tranquil home. As we talked on the phone she revealed to me that she just couldn’t seem to conquer the mess that was her office.
Jean gave me a virtual tour of her workspace by sending pictures via email. It was indeed cluttered, but not overwhelmingly so (to me, at least). But as Jean talked about the space, I could *feel* her voice get higher as her exasperation rose. Describing piles, she kept saying, “And I just don’t know what to do with all this shit.”
And it hit me like a ton of bricks.
Jean had put enormous effort into her personal living space to make it feel, smell, and look just right. It was deeply important to her that her home support her health for a long time to come.
Realizing this, I asked Jean, “How emotionally connected are you to having an office space that supports your health?”
The silence on the phone spoke volumes.
About a week later, Jean wrote to me to express her gratitude and to give me an update. The clutter in her office was being moved out with speed. Separate boxes were set up for donation, shredding, and trash and she was quickly moving from chaos to calm.
Jean finally realized that what had worked about keeping her home environment clutter-free could work in her home office, too. She just needed to get emotionally involved with the idea.
My question for you this lovely day: how much do YOU love your office space? Does it support your health in ways that are very important to you? Have you taken time to think about the color of the walls, the chair you sit in, or even how the space makes you feel? And what about the clutter? How much of your energy is it draining?
If you’re ready to do something about it – to get emotionally involved in LOVING your office space – give Your Organized Guide, Inc. a call at (704) 553-8082. We can help you LOVE where you work.
Love the article, Angie! Especially as I move into my new office space next weekend! I will keep in mind, and will want your reminders, to set it up in a way that energizes me and supports me in health, wealth and joy!! Oh yeah, and keep it that way! Thanks for post!
-Cath
Thanks, Cathy! It’s really important to be emotionally connected to the REASON. If not, your changes won’t stick. I’ll remind you of this as you get situated in your new space!