February Reset

 I'm excited - and a little nervous - to be cofacilitating this year's February Reset. We met (via zoom) last night, and will record our opening circle tomorrow. 

The group description begins, 'creating conscious corners with our homes - think of this, what if your whole home was a sacred space?'  I love this focus! And have been joting down ideas, and putting my bits on the calendar. 

Intentional Creativity invites us to begin by setting intentions - many of us will pull out a journal for notes and creative process! 

Some inquiries to ask as we embark: 

  • Why do I want to dethug and reset?
  • What do I wish to create space for? 
  • What blocks my process/ progress? 
  • Who - what matters most to me about my space?
  • Who (what items) am I 'renting space' to - (do I like the 'tenants?' Would I invite them again?)
  • When - what time and energy can I devote to the process?
  • How - what strategies will I employ, and
  • Where will I begin?
Last year, I began with my movement nook, as starting small with an easy win works best for me! I often set a timer for 20-30 minutes, and then take a break or reset it - short sessions help prevent overwhealm. 

My general goal is a clearer space with more cozy, inviting nooks, and curating items that resonate with my current interests and life. 

Done is better than perfect!

As a Virgo, I can get finicky about fine tune cleaning, and ignore the big picture, so I work on saying Ø to perfectionism, and 'yes' to progress! 
Gracie testing the cozy couch

My LMT friend Kira Rodenbush is a professional organizer, and I enjoy her podcast, What's Up With Your Stuff? 

For general tidying, dethugging and upkeep, Kira suggests to ponder your own baseline - what matters to you (and your partner/ housemates) Melissa Maker, Clean my Space, suggests identifying each person's MIA - Most Important Areas, as you decide who tackles what. Work from that to develop and fine tune your own routines. 

In my own home, I make my bed when I get up, wash the dishes and wipe down counters after breakfast, and aim for at least one 20/10 a day (20 minute tidy/ clear, 10 minute break) 
While in living with family during the construction, we each make our own beds, tidy our bedroom, and rotate chores in the shared areas. With 3 adults, 3 kids (11-18) at home, 2 dogs and 4 cats, it's not spotless - but it is a welcoming and energetic!
My nook

During the reset, we'll share ideas, inspiration, creative prompts or little 15 minute challenges. The FB group is a kind space, intended to nurture and encourage those who come, with no judgement on what, or how much or little each devotes! 

Are you called to spring resets?

Comments

  1. Glenda CatesJanuary 31, 2023 at 11:02 AM

    I wish you the best in this event and we Homeschool, and I work from home and cleanings has to fit in somewhere so we live with timers for everything keeping me and my son focused and on task. Have a good month and I hope to see you back in April for the #UBC.

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    1. NadyaJanuary 31, 2023 at 11:26 AM

      Thank you, Glenda!
      Timers are so useful with kids!!
      I was our family Distant Learning aide for my youngest grands during the lock down, and earlier our family aide at their co-op playschool! I loved the routine there - free play for the first hour+, self timed snack (serve themselves and bus their dishes) them a quick 5 minute tidy before story time! It reminded me of the open school my kids attended in the 70s-80s
      Thanks for the April reminder!

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  2. MarthaJanuary 31, 2023 at 12:22 PM

    I've never done a reset but I sure need to. This is the year of total decluttering and getting ready to downsize so I think a reset will be a good thing for me. Congratulations on the UBC ending!

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    1. NadyaJanuary 31, 2023 at 1:38 PM

      It's a great year for that - we'd love you to join the FB adventure!
      https://www.facebook.com/groups/155940472499236/

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2023 at 4:21 PM

    I really enjoyed reading your posts this month. Congratulations on volunteering to cofacilitate the reset. It sounds like fun!

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    1. NadyaFebruary 2, 2023 at 6:33 AM

      Thank you - I'm looking forward to it 💚

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  4. Kebba Buckley ButtonJanuary 31, 2023 at 5:23 PM

    Nadya, what is dethugging? I've enjoyed your posts and your thoughtstream generally. I think you will be brilliant at gently facilitating your group. Blessings to you--

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    1. NadyaFebruary 2, 2023 at 6:38 AM

      Dethugging is a term for getting the 'ugh and clutter out, and free up our spaces! Isn't it a descriptive word?
      Thank you - I've been enjoying your posts, too!
      Blessings

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