Christina is a Queen Leader- decluttering our SPACES & our BRAINS with systems that actually work for our ADHD brains!
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Overwhelmed with Clutter? Tune in to hear the Declutter Queen Christina Vigil tell us how we can get out homes organized by getting our minds right! It requires LESS than you think. No fancy bins, no rainbow color asthetics- just a SYSTEM that works!
In this engaging and enlightening episode of Queens Lead, Amy had a heartwarming conversation with Christina, the owner of Declutter Queen, an organizing service in Oklahoma City. Together, they explored their upcoming project, sharing personal experiences and strategies related to organization and mental health. Christina's inspiring journey of self-discovery and transformation, particularly her battle with ADHD and her remarkable path to finding balance through organization, took center stage. Amy also shared her own experiences with depression and the profound impact of clutter on her mental well-being. The conversation illuminated the importance of setting achievable tasks, establishing routines, and fostering a lifestyle of organization and maintenance.
Episode Highlights:
🤝 Project Planning and Collaboration
Amy and Christina kicked off their conversation with project planning and collaboration. Amy informed Christina that her episode would be released on February 21st, along with a link to a drive folder containing graphics and reels for social media sharing. They contemplated a collaborative post, which Christina enthusiastically embraced. Christina introduced herself as the owner of Declutter Queen, an organizing service based in Oklahoma City, and shared some personal insights about her family.
🧠 Christina's ADHD Journey and Transformation
Christina embarked on her ADHD journey after spending over two decades in corporate America while raising a family. She candidly disclosed that she was once burdened with a staggering $150,000 in debt and felt disconnected from both her work and family life. Christina's transformation began when she read "Girl, Wash Your Face," a book that prompted her to explore her ADHD and its profound impact on her life. She also discovered the incredible power of organizing, which not only helped her regain balance but also allowed her to reconnect with her surroundings.
🏡 Organizing Journeys and Life Impacts
Christina shared her personal journey of learning to organize and how it radically transformed her life. She embarked on this transformative journey by undergoing therapy and reprogramming her subconscious mind. This path eventually led her to organize her own home and extended to organizing her friends' homes. In November 2022, she took the leap to start her business, aiming to help others organize their lives. However, Christina candidly admitted that she faced challenges on the business side. She emphasized her passion for helping people, particularly those grappling with ADHD, and detailed her daily practice of reading, writing, and applying the knowledge she gains. Amy related her own journey of rediscovering her love for reading and the positive impact it had on her life.
🧘♀️ Self-Discovery and Growth Dialogue
Christina shared her journey of self-discovery and personal growth with Amy. She emphasized the importance of self-reflection, releasing negative energy, understanding one's triggers, and practicing forgiveness. Christina also stressed the necessity of identifying and letting go of habits that no longer serve one's higher self. Amy shared her experiences in working through childhood traumas and how these experiences influenced her current behaviors. Both hosts fervently agreed on the significance of self-improvement, with Christina likening it to regular exercise. She emphasized the importance of physical movement in maintaining a higher vibration and overall well-being.
💡 Mental Health and Living Conditions
Amy and Christina engaged in a heartfelt discussion about their personal experiences with mental health and its connection to living conditions. Amy shared her struggle with depression and illuminated how clutter can severely impact one's mental health. She emphasized the importance of support and advocated for a compassionate attitude rather than judgment. Both agreed on the need for organization and adaptability, recognizing that life circumstances are in constant flux. However, Christina cautioned against drastic changes, advocating instead for sustainable organization. She also highlighted the challenge of maintaining organization over time. Amy suggested practical solutions for those dealing with overwhelming feelings or depression, such as using disposable dishes and running the dishwasher multiple times.
📦 Organizing Home and Grocery With Dewey App
Amy and Christina explored their personal organization strategies. Christina shared her experience of kickstarting her journey by organizing her home, beginning with a 30-day challenge focused on her pantry. This initiative gradually extended to her closet and other areas, with Christina implementing a timer system for daily checks and adjustments. She also introduced an app called Dewey, which helped her manage groceries within her family, even involving her children in the process. Christina emphasized the importance of establishing systems, starting small, and gradually expanding them. She did acknowledge that she had to halt the Dewey system due to the overwhelming volume of groceries.
📆 Task Management and Lifestyle Organization
Christina and Amy discussed the significance of breaking down tasks into manageable segments to prevent feelings of overwhelm. They emphasized the importance of maintaining routines, encompassing daily, weekly, and monthly checklists. Both highlighted the significance of taking small steps and making decisions that align with individual values, rather than accumulating unnecessary possessions. The conversation underscored the notion of fostering a lifestyle rooted in organization and maintenance, rather than simply reacting to life's demands.
🏡 Teaching Self-Efficiency and Self-Reliance
Amy and Christina shared their experiences of teaching their children self-sufficiency, such as handling laundry. Christina stressed the importance of initiating this process on a small scale and constructing systems tailored to the specific needs of each family. She also underlined the value of teaching children to be self-reliant. Christina offers professional organizing services, primarily catering to customers in the Oklahoma City Metro area.
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