25. The Deeper Meaning of Spring Cleaning: Decluttering Your Mind and Heart
Spring isn’t just about cleaning out your closet—it’s an opportunity to refresh your mind, emotions, and relationships, too.
In this episode, Mitra and Ben dive into the ancient tradition of Nowruz (Persian New Year) and explore how clearing physical and emotional clutter can create space for growth and renewal. Mitra and Ben provide perspectives on clearing out old emotional baggage, outdated beliefs, and lingering resentments to room for new energy and opportunities.
What You’ll Learn:
Practical tips on creating a clean slate for new opportunities and connections
To identify which beliefs are still serving you and which are ready to be released
Perspectives on how to bring a sense of lightness and fun into your inner work and daily life
If you’re someone who ….
Feels drawn to personal growth and deeper self-reflection
Wants practical ways to let go of lingering emotional clutter
Is curious about weaving cultural insights into modern self-care practices
…then you’ll want to be sure to listen in on this episode. Enjoy!
Chapters:
00:00 : Introduction to Persian New Year
02:46 : Origins of Spring Cleaning Traditions
05:33 : Emotional Cleansing and Making Amends
07:44 : Testing Beliefs with the “Hammer Test”
12:16 : Reconsidering Old Habits (Coffee and Diet)
15:22 : Embracing Minimalism and Letting Go
17:16 : Recognizing Persistent Dissatisfaction
22:16 : Shifting Mindsets and Releasing Stagnant Energy
28:47 : Practicing Acceptance and Curiosity
31:21 : Closing Thoughts and Spring Renewal
Links :
Learn more about Mitra’s self-coaching program: https://mitramanesh.com/
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Keywords :
Ben Dadbin, Mitra Manesh