While it might not officially be time for spring cleaning just yet, we might be feeling the effects of too much clutter in our lives. And, the thing is, clutter doesn’t limit itself to our homes, our vehicles or our offices. Clutter can spread itself throughout our mind—which is something we carry with us everywhere! This additional disorganization can make everyday tasks more difficult, including the basics of keeping up with daily to-dos and maintaining healthy relationships.
Just like there are ways to clean out the junk from our living spaces, there are also ways to clean out the nooks and crannies of our minds so we can continue being productive, focused, self-care machines. Here are some types of mental clutter to clear out of your brain this season:
1. Social Media Distractions
Social media has given us so much: connection to friends all over the world, up-to-date news and needed laughs and awe as we work through our daily grind. But, just like most things, there is a point where it can become too much. If we sit and think about just how much social media keeps us “plugged in,” it’s easy to see how it can create some problems.
