“Clutter” is a variation of the word “clotter” (Old English, now obsolete) – which is also the origin of the current word clot, which can be used as a noun or verb:
–noun
1. a mass or lump.
2. a semisolid mass, as of coagulated blood.
3. a small compact group of individuals
4. British Informal. blockhead, dolt, clod.
–verb (used without object)
5. to form into clots; coagulate.
–verb (used with object)
6. to cause to clot.
7. to cover with clots.
8. to cause to become blocked or obscured.
One definition of “clutter” that surely makes sense is: a state or condition of confusion.
Our mood and mind vegetate as the clutter accumulates!
It’s the confusion. Our energy is sapped because the coagulated mass of clutter is blocking our ability to move and grow.
Negative effects of clutter include (but are not limited to): lack of focus and clarity; feelings of being professionally, creatively, spiritually, and/or romantically stuck; insufficient time and attention for self and family; increased stress, irritability and depression.
My mom recently had to have the arteries in her leg re-routed and cleared because of blockages. The blood clots started small (as do the areas of clutter) – but after years of not being noticed the problem became painful and had to be addressed! I think that’s where some of us are in our lives with the clutter: to the painful point…
One of the principles on fastfengshui.com is to Clean up your clutter. It says that: “Dirt and clutter are like glue that stops chi in its tracks and keeps it from nourishing your home.”
Your chi is what Chinese philosophy teaches is the “circulating life energy”. Well, I don’t know about all that Chinese philosophy stuff – but I *do* know that clutter sucks the energy right out of you. They’re right about dirt and clutter being like glue. It gums up the works!!
I’m enjoying these articles by Stephanie Roberts on the fastfengshui website:
Conquering the Clutter "Yeah, Buts"
When 'Just Do It' Isn't Enough: Coping with the Emotional Aspects of Clutter Clearing
Clutter is Natural
What Clutter Clearing Can Do For You
Clutter's Side Effects: How the State of Your Home Affects Your Life
Clutter Clearing and Your Authentic Self
…and if you’re interested, here are links to the Fast Feng Shui Principles
Principle 1: Know What You Want
Principle 2: Locate Your Power Spots
Principle 3: Create a Path for Chi
Principle 4: Repaint, Repair, Renew
Principle 5: Clean Up Your Clutter
Principle 6: Neutralize Negative Influences
Principle 7: Activate Your Power Spots
Principle 8: Work on Yourself as Well as Your Home
Principle 9: Evaluate Your Results
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