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Written By: Mary Margaret

It’s finally spring! That means warmer weather, longer days, and sunshine! It also means time to Spring Clean. Here are some simple tips to clean not just your home, but every part of your life for a fresh start!

De-Clutter

Get rid of clothes that don’t make you feel your best. Donate clothes that are too big and don’t flatter your figure. Store clothes that you love but are too small, use them as motivation.
Clean out your phone of photos you don’t want, contacts you don’t speak to and apps you don’t use. Same with Facebook. Delete photos you don’t like and remove groups and friends you don’t associate with.
Clean up that endless pile of mail. Organize bills and store them in a shoebox. Your home will look better and make you feel less stressed.
Knick-Knacks. I am guilty of Hoarding these. Get rid of them, if they don’t go with your decor then chuck them. Or if you really can’t part ways, put them in a storage box. One box, not 7.

Be Happier & De-Stress

Stop associating yourself with toxic people, stop arguing and stop judging. Only keep people in your circle that make you feel good. Surround yourself with those who are a positive influence, and make you feel your best.
Job causing you unneeded stress? Organize your computer, keep a planner or a calendar. Communicate your issues. Or if all else fails and you’re truly not happy, look for a new job.
Get a bit overwhelmed and lost in your pile of monthly bills? Set up a financial plan. Keep a schedule so you will never forget a payment. Don’t spend till you know your bills are paid for that week.
Take up a new hobby. Sewing, painting, archery - whatever gives you that thrill of life. Do something new that excites you, even if it’s just once.
Make a travel wish list. Nothing too extreme but something obtainable. Parks, museums, specific locations that pique your interest.
Get outside, the sun is a huge mood booster. Whether you’re doing yard work or sightseeing, be out in the sun and enjoy it.
Cut down on TV time, if you are going to watch TV, make it a feel-good movie to lift your spirits or a documentary to learn something.

Confidence Boost

Read the book “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie, it’s fantastic and will make you feel confident in meeting new people.
Yes, meet new people, always be social, you never know what influence someone will have on your life.
Update your style. Get a fresh haircut, try different makeup, get a few new outfits that make you feel great.
Make a mental note to smile more. We all have a case of cabin fever with the cold weather and snow. Now that the weather will get warmer and nicer, and they’ll be more daylight, there’s plenty to smile about and it can help you feel ready for anything.

Health Detox

Cut out soda for good. Drink water or seltzer instead.
Join a gym, take a few classes.
Go for a bike ride or a long walk, make it a social event. Do a marathon walk to support a good cause.
Join a support group or gather friends to lose weight and get in shape together. Make a game out of it. Friendly competition is great for obtaining a goal.
Clean out your refrigerator and cabinets of food that are unhealthy and unwanted. Don’t buy those bad items again!
Cut out fast food. If you have a craving or are going with friends, get healthy options and allow yourself one cheat food, size SMALL. This way you satisfy your craving without going overboard.
Make smoothies your friend. I love going to the park and ordering a smoothie.
Go to a fresh market. Yes, the produce aisle in the supermarket is easy and fine to shop, but fresh markets are wonderful with fantastic, quality foods!

Home Improvement

After your done de-cluttering, redecorate, move furniture and repaint. Give your home a whole new look.
Plant flowers. Buy plants for inside the house too. Brighten up your home.

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