Embrace the Step-by-Step Approach to an Organized Life

The Step-by-Step Approach to an Organized Life:
Everything You Need to Get Your Home & Life in Order

If you’re interested in decluttering, downsizing, getting organized and gaining greater control of your life then you’ve come to the right place.

My goal is the help you eliminate all the unnecessary stuff that weighs you down and learn the skills that will allow you to live an organized lifestyle, free from the chaos that comes with too much clutter.

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What's New

Why It's OK to Get Rid of Things You Might Use

Clients often express a reluctance to get rid of things they haven't used in years because they might need them at some future date. While I understand and respect the desire to be frugal and not waste resources, I also recognize that 'might' often acts as a crutch, preventing us from venturing out on our own two feet away from the things that are holding us back. During our recent downsizing and associated move, I got rid of lots of things. In a couple of instances, I have found a use for things I parted with, but even then, I do not regret letting go.

Finding a Place for Everything

We've all heard the axiom "A place for everything, and everything in its place." This simple saying actually teaches two important organization principles. While they may seem obvious at first, the fact is that both aspects of this maxim can, and do, present challenges for many people.

How to Edit Your Space

As an editor and an organizer, I’ve put together some suggestions for editing your space. Doing so serves much the same purpose as editing a written product; it makes the space better, more enjoyable to experience, easier to work with (or within), and nicer to share with others.

Life is not a Balancing Act

People often talk about leading a more "balanced life". This phrase arose from the notion that you can "do (or have) it all". The problem is a balanced life is not possible, nor is it truly desireable. There are a number of reasons why this is the case.

10-Minute Organizing Tasks

Organizing doesn't have to take a lot of your time. Try some of these 10-minute tasks and experience the satisfaction of accomplishing a lot in very little time. So them regularly to stay on top of things and keep clutter at bay.

A Few of My Favorite Things

I took a break from organizing this week to share some of my favorite things: apps, books, products, quotes, and recipes. I hope you enjoy perusing some of the many things that bring me joy. I would love for you to share some of your favorite things, so leave me a comment please!

Creating a Comfortable Guest Room

Whether you have an entire room in your home that is dedicated to guests or you have carved out space in a room that serves multiple functions, it's nice to be able to offer guests a comfortable space where they can enjoy some privacy and have everything they need readily available to them during their stay.

Why I Love My Reminders App

It's simple. It's basic. It came pre-installed on my phone. But I love the Reminders app on my iPhone. I use it to schedule a variety of things. For me it's like an electronic planner/to do list/habit tracker/memory cue all in one.

Uncover Your Clutter

Clutter takes many forms, some seen and some unseen. Clutter can be mental, emotional, and spiritual in addition to physical in nature. The first step to decluttering is to uncover your clutter by identifying it in all its forms so that it can be rooted out and removed from your life.

Keeping a Downsizing Journal

Downsizing is a major undertaking that involves a great deal of physical, mental, and emotional effort. Staying on track and maintaining your motivation for such an undertaking can be challenging. Writing about the experience can help you appreciate your purpose, examine your feelings, vent your frustrations, and record your progress.