Today I'm thinking about "order." In many cultures, the new year brings a tradition of clearing out old clutter and starting fresh. This is a good time for me to appreciate the ways I try to keep my life under control.
I value orderliness. The systems of order that are already in place in my life help me to function more efficiently, with less confusion. I like to put things where they belong so I can find them the next time. I like to have a general plan for how I will spend my time in the coming day or week. I strive to be prompt and reliable in my interactions with others, and to be realistic about my commitments. I follow rules to the best of my ability. I make a real effort to not let life get the better of me!
And I understand that feeling a sense of control over these small things in my life is a coping mechanism for not becoming overwhelmed by the disorder and dysfunction out there in the world. I'm going to just keep on alphabetizing my spice rack and smiling :)
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And here I thought everybody alphabetized their spice racks! My world is orderly for the most part, but I still simply have too much stuff.
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