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A Tidy Space Doesn’t Equal a Tidy Mind—But It Can Be a Start
Have you ever heard the saying, “Tidy space, tidy mind”? It became popular during the resurgence of minimalism, as if the act of owning less could magically solve stress, anxiety, and burnout. The marketing was clear: your path to peace was a white couch, one succulent, and an empty countertop.
Grief Lives in the Pile: When Letting Go Feels Like Losing Them All Over Again
There’s a certain kind of clutter that doesn’t come from neglect or disorganization. It comes from love. From memory. From loss. It’s the box you haven’t opened since the funeral. The coat still hanging by the door, even though no one’s worn it in months. The paperwork you promised yourself
Why You’re Not Lazy — You’re Overwhelmed
Have you ever laid in bed, mentally tallying everything that needs doing? The meeting you’re dreading. The deadline that’s looming. The doctor’s appointment you’ve been putting off—again. And still… you just can’t seem to get moving. The dishes are piling up in the sink. The mountain of clothes on the
The Clutter We Don’t See: How Mental Clutter Affects Our Focus and Energy
When we think about clutter, our minds often jump to the visible mess—piles of unsorted papers, laundry on the floor, crowded tabletops, and bookshelves bursting at the seams.But not all clutter is physical. There’s another kind, often overlooked, that quietly drains our energy and affects our well-being: mental clutter. What
Take the Pressure Off: The Freedom in Easing Up on Yourself
One of the most common patterns I see in my work is the tendency to push ourselves beyond what’s sustainable. It shows up differently for everyone: perfectionism, over-achieving, self-criticism, burnout, procrastination masked as pressure. But underneath it all is a belief I hear over and over: “If I don’t push
Men’s Mental Health Pit Stop #2 Get off my grass!
Get off my grass! This was a common expression of anger I heard growing up as a kid in my neighbourhood. There must have been 15 of us running around playing tag or whatever the game of the day was. Invariably, we would be running across lawns and driveways to
In Memory of...
Because no one should have to face darkness alone.
To those who are no longer with us—your stories, your struggles, and your strength will never be forgotten. This space is a tribute to the individuals who battled silently, inspiring us to reach out, listen, and extend a hand before it’s too late.
