Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project, spent a year studying what actually makes people happier. And what she found wasn’t groundbreaking in theory—but it was in practice. One of her biggest takeaways? Decluttering—physically and mentally—makes people feel lighter, calmer, and happier almost instantly. “Outer order contributes to inner calm,” she writes. When our spaces are cluttered, our minds are cluttered. When our minds are cluttered, our energy is scattered. And when our energy is scattered, we feel stuck.

The problem? Most people think happiness comes from adding more. More success, more money, more things.

But the real secret? Happiness comes from letting go of what you don’t need.

So before you think about what’s missing in your life or business, take a moment to ask yourself: What’s already there that’s weighing you down?

This spring, let’s clear out more than just the junk drawer—let’s clean house in our minds, businesses, and lives.

3 Things to Let Go of This Spring for a Happier Life (and Business)

1. Let Go of Physical Clutter (Because Your Stuff Is Stealing Your Energy)

Studies show that clutter increases stress, lowers focus, and even makes people more likely to procrastinate.If you want to feel clear, productive, and in control, start with your space:

✔ Purge Your CRM—Delete contacts who will never convert. Stop wasting energy on the wrong people.
✔ Clean Your Workspace—Clear out old files, toss unnecessary paperwork, and refresh your office.
✔ Declutter Your Digital World—Unsubscribe, organize, and streamline your online space for a clearer mind.

Because physical clutter = mental clutter—and mental clutter makes success feel harder than it needs to be.

2. Let Go of the Belief That You Have to “Do It All”

`Success doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from doing the right things well.

Gretchen Rubin found that happier people know what to say no to. They don’t overcommit. They don’t waste time on things that don’t align with their goals.

So let’s clean house in your business, too:
✔ Cut the Time-Wasters—What’s one inefficient habit you can eliminate?
✔ Drop the Energy-Sucking Clients—If they drain you more than they energize you, it’s time to move on.
✔ Streamline Your Marketing—If you’re doing everything but seeing little, focus only on what actually brings results.

3. Let Go of Old Stories That Keep You Stuck

We all carry mental clutter—old beliefs, fears, or doubts that keep us playing small.

Here’s your real estate mindset refresh:
✔ Let Go of Comparison—Other agents’ success doesn’t define your worth.
✔ Stop Carrying Every “No” With You—Rejection isn’t personal. Keep moving.
✔ Release the Hustle Mentality—More grinding doesn’t always mean more success. Work smarter, not harder.

The Challenge: Audit Your Energy This Week

Here’s the deal—clients don’t choose you just because you know the market. They choose you because of how they feel around you. And whether you realize it or not, your energy is either pulling people in or pushing them away.

So before your next call or meeting, take a second to check yourself. Are you rushed? Distracted? Too eager? Or are you calm, confident, and fully present?

Because trust me—your energy speaks before you do. Make sure it’s saying the right thing.

Energetically yours,
– Molly B.
Founder & CEO, Molly B. Townsend Coaching & Consulting
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