The Mindful Home: Harnessing Decluttering to Inspire and Attract

I was surprised that over 76% of internet users still read blogs, a number I was happy to see. It's heartening to know that, amidst the rapidly evolving digital landscape, blogs remain a cornerstone for those seeking genuine advice and knowledge—proof that substance still matters. Things change so quickly that it wouldn't surprise me if the glossy world of social behemoths like TikTok and YouTube have stolen the blog reader's attention. Not true. It appears that the thirst for knowledge and advice never wanes.

That's good news considering I recently debated whether to start writing a blog. What would my readers like to know? Then, today during my morning routine purging emails, I caught a glimmer of an idea when I came upon a spring decluttering reminder. It had me thinking about those exceptional homes that sell fast. The kind of properties that sell fast, but aren't marketed any differently than their competitors. What made those homes more special? It's no secret decluttering was key to a Buyer seeing themselves in the home. But could there be more to decluttering?

Would an owner who is uncluttered in every sense of the word have anything to do with how attractive the home presents itself to Buyers? If we live an uncluttered lifestyle, both physically and mentally, would it communicate to a prospective Buyer that "good feeling" about the home? Buyers know when they step into a happy home. Perhaps, decluttering isn’t just a visual act but an emotional one, subtly communicating harmony and mindfulness to prospective buyers, making the property feel like a haven.

Delving into the deep science of healthy environments and well-being, it's worth a look into the world of longevity. I was fortunate to work with two of Canada's distinguished medical researchers behind the ground-breaking lifestyle plan "The Okinawa Program", a four-week turnaround plan based on a study of the Okinawans, the longest-living population in the world. Dr. D. Craig Willcox and Dr. Bradley J. Willcox explained that the main ingredient to a long happy existence could be found by mirroring the lifestyle of the Okinawans. A clean environment with healthy social, family and mental well-being. Could it be that mirroring the Okinawan principle of balance and clarity in our physical spaces extends beyond health benefits—translating into an environment brimming with intangible warmth? Longevity expert Dan Buettner echoed the same with his Power of 9 rules for long life, Simon Sinek's popular "Find Your Why" and Deepak Chopra's super-conscious living all focus on physical and mental well-being.

The Dictionary of American Slang defines "7th Heaven" as a place of complete happiness, a state of being perfectly satisfied, even euphoric. "Cloud Nine", is a state of pure bliss. So, could it be possible that a home can emit an air of happiness, contentment, or calm?

When I prepare a home for sale, I'm conscious of the intangible ways a decluttering project can help sell the property. Decluttering isn’t just about organizing or tidying up; it’s about unlocking the potential of a space to radiate joy and tranquility, "setting the stage" for not only a successful sale but also inspire prospective buyers with a vision of a brighter, more fulfilling future."