One potent form of simplifying our lives is de-cluttering our homes. We can sort out unneeded clothing, furniture and miscellaneous possessions and donate them to organizations that support homeless and poor. At Christmas or Hanukkah, we can regift things that we don’t need instead of buying each other trendy things or knick-knacks that end up filling our closets. An uncluttered home supports the clear and spacious mind needed for spiritual awakening.