You may have noticed a new book on the shelves at Barnes and Noble. It’s written by Peter Walsh and it’s called, “Does This Clutter Make My Butt Look Fat.” Well the title is certainly catchy.

I am currently reading this book and thought I would share my thoughts. Initially the concept of clutter relating to a persons weight has been something I have been seeing myself for a while. It didn’t surprise me that a book like this had come out. It definitely makes sense to me that if your life is unmanageable then why wouldn’t your weight be unmanageable. Peter Walsh has definitely shined a light on a topic that has great value and is no doubt REAL.

When reading the book I am glued. Peter is direct and to the point and he doesn’t sugar coat what he says at all. He refers to people who are overweight as FAT. He acknowledges that he is using this terminology and reminds the reader he is here to keep it real and tell it like it is. He reminds us that our home is a reflection of us. And the inability to keep up our home is keeping us from focusing on ourselves. He drives home the concept that being overweight (or fat) is not about food. It’s about you and how you use your time and if you are living the life you want to live. As a society we no longer value meals with our family. We no longer take the time to plan our meals and spend time friends and our children. As a result, we are eating fast food, take out, and completely overlooking the real problem. Not to mention if our kitchens are disorganized, it’s very unlikely that we would enjoy cooking in them. I am almost finished with the book and I definitely recommend it. As a Professional Organizer I have read just about every organizing book out there. So I read a lot of the same advice on how to organize your closet, your kitchen your pantry etc. But for anyone who is looking for knew insight into their weight and the clutter in their home, this book is a great addition to your library.