ANSWER: Once you declutter your environment, you will start to feel better and begin to regain your center. Try to view this as an opportunity to let go of "things" that no longer nurture, enhance or enrich your soul. Start with one box at a time... a day at a time.
Space clearing an environment can bring up a lot of emotions... ranging from exhilaration and freedom to anxiety, anger, stress, tears, and/or fatigue. So be kind to yourself. The goal is to create an environment that supports harmony, peace and balance. Sometimes the emotions we pick up in an environment are not even our own, so I also suggest cleansing everything thoroughly (cabinets, drawers, walls, floors, carpet, window coverings etc.) before you begin to unpack. Consciously cleanse away the old, this will allow Chi... life force energy... into your home and heart. It is also a wonderful way to start off the New Year... right!