Declutter your Mind: A Biblical Perspective

We have lots of stuff We now accumulate tons of stuff. Many of us live as if we grew up during the United States Depression in the 1930's where there was an inherent fear of not having enough and the country was in crisis. However, that is not the case today. Many of us are packrats, some are hoarders and then others are just too lazy to clean up our environment. There are various reasons that people hoard or hold onto to things. To clarify, the definition of hoarding as determined by the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) which states that hoarding is a persistent difficulty discarding or parting with possessions regardless of their actual value or usefulness. Our stuff is both physical and mental clutter. Reasons to hold onto items and members include fear of loss, memory joggers, or hopeful that an item or idea will provide value later on. The lessons included in Declutter Your Mind - A Biblical Perspective provides some action steps that you can begin immediately to declutter your mind and your surroundings.

These lessons were compiled by Pamela Nelson. Pamela, affectionately known as Pam, is a motivational speaker, and health coach. Pam leads a dynamic life as a business owner of a health research firm in addition to service in ministry. She frequently serves on mission trips to the Dominican Republic, Ghana and in her community with her church. Pam’s ministry, Fit for Service Wellness Enterprises which she started in 2009, inspires, motivates and equips men and women to impact their own lives and make a difference in the world. She has taught in her church, life groups and health professional organizations. Pam speaks at conferences and events around the country every year, giving hope and imparting vision for people seeking help with personal development, health management, obesity, and stress reduction. Pam is a Registered Nurse, health coach and she has a PhD in Humane Arts and Sciences. She and her husband, Mark, have seven grown children, and seven grandchildren and reside in Texas.