Oct 9, 2019 | Behavior, Habits/Routines
Make the bed ~Declutter your nightstand ~Delete a dozen emails ~Hang up wet towels ~Open/sort today’s mail ~Organize your spices ~Declutter/organize your wallet ~Go thru coupons, recycle expired ones ~Fold a load of laundry ~Lay out tomorrow’s... Read more
Sep 20, 2019 | Behavior, Clutter/DeClutter
I have posted here before about the danger of ‘free items’ turning into the clutter we all strive to avoid, but it’s time for a reminder. I’ve noticed that many of the homes I have been working in lately have had a large percentage of items... Read more
Aug 17, 2019 | Behavior, Clutter/DeClutter
Gretchen Rubin, the author of “Outer Order, Inner Calm: Declutter and Organize to Make More Room for Happiness,” shared with “Good Morning America” three tips to help clear the clutter. None of these are new, but it is certainly good to... Read more
Jul 6, 2019 | Behavior, General Organizing, Habits/Routines
“It is easier to keep up than to catch up.” I heard this quote the other day and it reminded me that it is a perfect metaphor for getting and staying organized. Doing a little bit each day helps us to stay on top of our ‘to do’ lists and... Read more
May 3, 2019 | Behavior, Habits/Routines
Did you know that 90% of our spending habits are based on unconscious decisions? This means that when we go shopping, whether in a retail store or online, our purchases are most likely not utilitarian (based on our needs) but based on our feelings – will this... Read more
Feb 1, 2019 | Behavior, Clutter/DeClutter, General Organizing, Habits/Routines
Marie Kondo is the rage right now…if you haven’t heard of her, let’s just say she has become the new ‘face of getting organized’ with her gentle, yet consistent message of only keeping items that spark joy in your life and thanking the possessions that you part with.... Read more
