people first, stuff second

Financial guru Suze Orman says, “People first; then money.” I say, “People first; stuff second.” To explain what I mean, let me ask you a question. Does the amount of stuff you have and the way it’s organized enhance or inhibit the lives of the people who live in your home? If the clutter in your home prevents you from having friends over, or from really relaxing with your family at the end of the day, your stuff is getting in the way of your living your best life. When you put people first, you take the lead in creating an environment that shows your family you love them. You also show respect for your home and the belongings in it.