Clearing a Space for Change

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Clearing a Space for Change]( We hold onto material objects because we think they make us feel secure when in reality they are cluttering our lives. In life, we tend to have an easier time acquiring possessions than we do getting rid of them. Just as we harbor emotional baggage that is difficult to let go of, our lives can tend to be filled with material objects that we may feel compelled to hold on to. Most people are not conscious of how much they own and how many of their possessions are no longer adding value to their life. They fiercely hold on to material objects because this makes them feel secure or comfortable. While it’s true that the ownership of “stuff” can make you feel good for a while, it seldom satisfies the deep inner longings that nearly everyone has for fulfillment and satisfaction. It is only when we are ready to let go of our baggage and be vulnerable that it becomes possible to recognize the emotional hold that our possessions can have on us. It’s not uncommon to hold on to material objects because we are attached to them or fear the empty spaces that will remain if we get rid of them. Giving away the souvenirs from a beloved voyage may feel like we are erasing the memory of that time in our life. We may also worry that our loved ones will feel hurt if we don’t keep the gifts they’ve given us. It’s easy to convince ourselves that unused possessions might come in handy someday or that parting with them will cause you emotional pain. However, when your personal space is filled with objects, there is no room for anything new to enter and stay in your life. Your collection of belongings may “protect” you from the uncertainties of an unknown future while keeping you stuck in the past. Holding on to unnecessary possessions often goes hand in hand with holding on to pain, anger, and resentment, and letting go of your material possessions may help you release emotional baggage. When you make a conscious decision to fill your personal space with only the objects that you need or that bring you joy, your energy level will soar. Clearing your personal space can lead to mental clarity and an improved memory. As you learn to have a more practical and temporary relationship with objects, positive changes will happen, and you’ll have space to create the life that you desire. ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all. ♥ Loved this inspiration? Share with a friend](   DailyOM Course Spotlight [Clear Your Home, Clear Your Life]( By Stephanie Bennett Vogt Adopting a simple daily practice of tidying up, organizing, or letting go of a possession that has outlived its usefulness is one of the best ways to shift stuck energy in your home, head, and heart. This course from Stephanie Bennett Vogt distills some of the best clearing practices to remove physical and emotional clutter so you can reset your life and create more space for what truly makes you happy. [Learn More]( New Courses - [10-Minute Abs Workout to Banish Menopausal Belly Fat]( - [Fearless Aging With Meridian Tapping]( - [Psoas Stretches to Relieve Lower Back Pain]( - [Wall Workout to Reshape the Body at Any Age]( Recommended For You [Narcissistic Relationships: From Surviving to Thriving]( [Learn More]( [Live a Sweet Life Without Sugar]( [Learn More]( [Dancer's Legs in 14 Days]( [Learn More]( [A Year of Guided Meditations]( [Learn More]( [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( [Learn More]( [Breaking the Mental Loops of Negative Self-Talk]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [A Year of Writing to Uncover the Authentic Self]( 2. [Holistic Vagus Nerve Stretches for Immediate Relief]( 3. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 4. [Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days]( 5. [Somatic Exercises to Relax and Release]( 6. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( 7. [A Year to Clear What Is Holding You Back!]( 8. [A Vagus Nerve Belly Bloat Rescue]( 9. [The Menopausal Middle Menu Plan]( 10. [Talking to Dead People]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.