What 21 Days of Decluttering Taught Us About Healing, Momentum, and Believing in Ourselves

When I first launched the 21-Day Ready to Reset Challenge earlier this month, my prayer was simple: that it would spark something inside whoever decided to join.

And wow...you all blew me away.

Over the past three weeks, I heard so many beautiful stories. Some of you tackled one small thing a day. Some of you didn’t follow the daily topics exactly, but you still showed up, clearing little pockets of space whenever and wherever you could. Others shared that they finally let go of multiple bags of items that had been weighing them down for years. There were moments of bravery too: tackling rooms and closets that held more emotional weight than clutter. Spaces tied to grief, memories, fear... and facing them head on with tenderness and strength.

One of my favorite messages came from someone who told me she worked on rearranging their bedroom and getting some tasks done, even though she didn't complete the day's corresponding tasks. And to me, that’s the real win. It was never about following the challenge perfectly. It was always about building momentum. It was about reminding you that even a little bit at a time is still healing.

Thank you for the email inspirations!! They are so helpful in giving the motivation I need to tackle a project here and there. I don't always tend to the one in the subject of the message, but I have surprised myself by accomplishing some tasks that had been pending for too long, like rearranging my bedroom so that I can see out of the window now! You are a blessing.

So, what’s next?

Whether you joined the 21-Day Reset or quietly watched from the sidelines, let this be your reminder: it’s never too late to start creating more peace in your home.

You don’t need a challenge to make progress. You just need a moment of intention, even if it's one small release a day.

Here’s your invitation:

Find one item a day this week that no longer serves you .Put it in a bag. And at the end of the week? Donate it to a charity that could really use it. That’s it. One thing a day. And if you did participate in the challenge, keep going! You’ve already built momentum, and there’s still more freedom waiting for you. It might not feel like much in the moment, but trust me, it adds up.

And if you’re craving a little more structure or inspiration, I’ve created the Daily Dose of Decluttering Guides to help with exactly that. They’re simple, doable prompts you can work through at your own pace, no pressure, just gentle momentum.

Because you don’t need a full challenge to reset your space. You just need a starting point. [Explore the guides here.]