Conscious Healthy Home™ Featured in Authority Magazine - How Simplifying and Decluttering Your Life Can Make Us Happier

Aug 23

I'm excited to share with you some highlights from a recent interview I gave on the topic of "How Simplifying and Decluttering Your Life Can Make Us Happier."

This conversation allowed me to share the story behind what drove me to create Conscious Healthy Home™ and share some valuable insights on creating healthier, happier living spaces.

**Why Simplifying Matters**
In my interview with Authority Magazine, I emphasized how excess possessions can negatively impact our happiness and health:
1. **Clutter promotes dust accumulation**, which can harbor allergens, mold spores, and other pollutants.
2. Excess items **decrease airflow**, potentially leading to musty smells and increased humidity.
3. Each item we bring home becomes **a responsibility**, demanding our time, energy, and resources for maintenance.

The Conscious Accumulation Filter™

To combat this, I introduced the concept of the Conscious Accumulation Filter™.

Before bringing any item into your home, ask yourself:

1. Will this bring long-term value; and

2. Am I willing to trade my time, energy, and money to maintain this item throughout its useful life?

If you know me, you know I didn’t just stop at identifying the problem.

I was so grateful for the opportunity to offer practical solutions for those interested in simplifying their homes.

**Five Ways to Simplify and Declutter for Happiness**

1. **Stop the flow** **of excess** using the Conscious Accumulation Filter™.
2. Make a **daily practice** of clearing all horizontal surfaces.
3. Regularly **assess items** as you tidy, deciding whether to keep, donate, or discard.
4. Evaluate closets and storage areas, **removing unused items.**
5. Remember that decluttering is both a physical and mental exercise - **give yourself space to process.**

The Movement Towards Healthier Homes

I'm passionate about empowering consumers to make informed choices about their living spaces.

I know that when we understand what makes a quality "forever" home and how to maintain it, we can collectively influence the market towards healthier, more sustainable housing options by impacting demand.

If you are interested in joining me in this movement, I hope you peruse the website resources like my guides and other blog posts, social media, and my 1:1 services.

I’m also pleased to debut The Conscious Collective™ membership program for those seeking in-depth, cost-effective guidance on healthy home projects.

I want to thank each of you for being part of this journey. Your support and engagement have been crucial in spreading our message and helping more families create healthier living environments.

If you'd like to read the full feature, you can find it in Authority Magazine here.

And as always, don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need support in your healthy home journey.