Clutter Blindness

Let’s talk about clutter blindness, something that affects every one of us, no matter how capable, organized, or self-aware we are.

We stop seeing what’s right in front of us because it’s been there too long.

The box in the corner.

The bag behind the door.

The stack that’s been “temporary” for two years.

Our brain filters it out to conserve energy, and suddenly, what was once obvious becomes invisible.

That’s why I ask my clients to take photos of their spaces, not just for before and after comparison, but as a diagnostic tool. A photo lets you see what your brain has decided not to notice.

Recently, I was with a client who had a large garbage bag taped over a closet. When I gently asked if we could remove it, she laughed and said, “You know how you always talk about clutter blindness? This is a perfect example. I didn’t even realize that was still up there!"

She’d taped it up during home repairs, opened half of it to grab something, and then stopped seeing it altogether.

Here’s the truth: this isn’t about mess, it’s about awareness. We can’t shift what we don’t see. And once you do see it, even small adjustments create immediate energy and relief.

✨ Today's

motivation: Take a fresh look at your environment. Literally. Snap a quick photo of one room, corner, or surface and study it for 30 seconds. You might be surprised by what you see.