Creating Order from Chaos
Materials Needed
Feeling
Out of Control
How to Do It
Choose a small, cluttered space in your home (a drawer, a desk, a bookshelf) and spend a few minutes organizing it. As you sort and arrange items, focus on the act of creating order from disorder. Imagine that as you bring physical space into order, you are also bringing order to your thoughts and emotions.
Why It Works
Physically organizing a space can serve as a metaphor for organizing your mind. The act of creating order in your environment can help you feel more in control of your internal state.
Guided Practice
Find a space with a few scattered objects around you. Sit or stand comfortably and close your eyes, taking a few deep breaths. Imagine organizing these objects in your mind, creating a sense of order. Notice any sensations of control or chaos in your body. Allow yourself to be with these feelings, without needing to move the objects just yet.
Remain standing tall and balanced, feeling your connection with the ground. Take a deep breath, feeling the air move in and out of your lungs notice the different objects scattered around, their shapes, textures, and the way they occupy space.
Begin to move objects slowly, one by one, to create a sense of order. Feel the weight of each object as you lift it, the texture under your fingers, and the sensation of placing it in its new spot. As you organize, stay present with each movement, allowing this process to be a meditation on creating harmony from chaos.
As you continue, notice any changes in your body or mood. Perhaps you feel a sense of calm beginning to settle in, or a lightness as the space becomes more organized. Allow each object you move to symbolize a shift in your internal landscape, creating order within as you create order around you.
When you are ready to finish, take a step back and observe the space you have organized. Notice any sensations of clarity or openness in your body. Take a deep breath, feeling the calmness of the newly organized space around you. When you’re ready, gently bring your awareness back to the present, feeling grounded and at peace.