Apr 6 - A Clean and Organized Home Feels So Good

Apr 6 - A Clean and Organized Home Feels So Good - GON in 5 Minutes Newsletter

Published: Sun, 04/06/25

Updated: Sun, 04/06/25

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by Maria Gracia

April 6, 2025

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Wipe down your patio furniture while playing your favorite vacation-songs playlist. It makes the task feel like a sunny escape—even if you’re still in a sweatshirt.

A Clean and Organized Home Feels So Good

There’s something deeply relaxing—and incredibly satisfying—about walking into a clean, organized home. The counters are clear. The floor is swept. Everything is in its place. When that happens, I feel like I can breathe.

It’s not about perfection. It’s about peace.

When my home is in order, I notice my shoulders drop a little. My mind feels calmer. There’s less noise and distraction. I don’t find myself mentally writing a TO DO list every time I walk from one room to another. I’m simply there, in my space, enjoying it.

Clutter can create a background buzz—it constantly reminds me of things I haven’t done or decisions I still need to make. But when I’ve taken the time to clean, sort, and simplify, that noise quiets down. Suddenly, I have the mental clarity to think, to create, and to rest.

I also love that a clean space makes everyday routines easier. I don’t waste time hunting for my keys, shuffling through mail, or trying to find where I last set something down. My mornings start off smoother, my evenings feel cozier, and even quick tasks seem lighter when the space around me supports what I’m doing.

For me, it’s not just about looks—it’s about how I feel. A clean, organized home helps me feel capable, in control, and ready to take on whatever the day brings. It’s like giving myself a gift. And once I’ve taken care of my space, it quietly takes care of me right back.

If you’re ever feeling a little off or overwhelmed, try straightening one small corner of your home. Wipe down the kitchen table. Fold that pile of laundry. Clear the bathroom counter.

It doesn’t take long to feel that sense of satisfaction start to return. A calm space creates a calm mind—and for me, that’s always been worth the effort.

On another note...

Whether you're commuting, road tripping, or just running errands, a clean and organized car makes everything feel smoother. I've curated a list of Essentials for a Clean, Organized Car to help you keep clutter in check, trash off the floor, and everything easy to grab!

A Smoother Ride Through Turbulence

Turbulence on a flight can feel unsettling—but it’s normal. It happens when the plane moves through different air currents, like wind shear, jet streams, or air rising from storms or mountains. Think of it like bumps in the road, but in the sky.

The good news? Planes are built to handle turbulence. Pilots are trained to navigate it safely, and it rarely causes any harm. Still, your stomach and nerves might not get that memo.

Try This:

1. Buckle Up: Keep your seatbelt fastened whenever you’re seated—even if the light is off.

2. Breathe Deeply: Try box breathing: Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 4, hold for 4. Repeat.

3. Distract Yourself: Put on calming music, a podcast, or a movie you’ve been meaning to watch.

4. Skip the Booze: Alcohol can make anxiety and dehydration worse. Water is your best friend at 30,000 feet.

5. Lift Your Feet: This is a little something I personally do—slightly lifting my feet off the floor helps me feel the turbulence less. It softens the bumps and makes me feel more in control.

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"Oh! Old rubbish! Old letters, old clothes, old objects that one does not want to throw away. How well nature has understood that, every year, she must change her leaves, her flowers, her fruit and her vegetables, and make manure out of the mementos of her year!"

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