Long before Mel Robbins’ bestseller, The Let Them Theory, or Marie Kondo’s method for decluttering, the ancient Chinese had the same idea about shedding what is no longer required.
As we near the conclusion of The Year of the Snake, and before all the holiday preparations consume your every waking moment, try to carve out a moment to consider what you should let go of in your life.
- What expectation or perceived obligation can you give up this year?
- Think about foregoing that additional side dish — will it be missed?
- Maybe you don’t need to decorate every corner of your house?
- Perhaps one favorite type of cookie will be enough?
- Can you clear those overstuffed drawers and closets and help someone else?
- Do you need to say “yes” to all the social events of the season?
- Can you shed some names from your gift list and donate to charity instead?
- What about stopping the negative self-talk and perfectionism?
We all have more possessions and more expectations than we need. End the Year of the Snake on a positive note and do some shedding in preparation for a fresh start in 2026.
