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Organizationally challenged

Help and hope for those of us who struggle with organization, productivity and realistic planning for making the most of our days.

How to make decluttering fun (or at least less overwhelming)

February 17, 2022

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How to make decluttering fun and a lot less overwhelming

I have way too much stuff, and I can imagine ways to use almost any of it. My closet, drawers, pantry, bookshelves, vanity, attic, (any other area you can name) are filled to overflowing. And yet I’ve gotten stuck. I don’t know where to begin because it’s all kind of overwhelming. What do I do…

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Escaping the trap of materialism

March 30, 2021

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How to escape the trap of materialism

“And He said to them, ‘Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.’” – Luke 12:15 “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:21 Everything we own requires a piece of our time and attention….

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Can you eliminate clutter faster by understanding the “why” behind your attachment to stuff?

August 28, 2020

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Why it's so hard to declutter: Understanding your addiction to stuff and (finally) letting go

Some folks are natural minimalists who don’t hang on to anything they don’t use. I am not one of them. All my life, I’ve struggled with clutter and disorganization, so I’m always on the lookout for helpful methods. Why do I keep so much stuff? I can think of many reasons. That lemon zester will…

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Practical help for organizing at home when you don’t know where to start

November 20, 2019

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Practical help for home organization when you don't know where to start. Find some practical tips you can implement to improve your house today.

Are you organizationally challenged? Do your drawers, cabinets and surfaces overflow with so much stuff that you don’t know where to begin? I collect clutter like it’s my job. Getting rid of the accumulated items becomes difficult because A. I get overwhelmed by all the things, B. I’m overly sentimental and C. Wait a minute,…

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Amazon Prime Day Deals for the home

July 15, 2019

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Amazon Prime Day deals for the home

If you have Amazon Prime then you probably know that it’s Amazon Prime Day July 15-17. Because we just paid a Gi-normous credit card bill due to a graduation party and gift, a trip to Europe, all the stuff I wanted for traveling in Europe, etc., I’m not shopping for any big ticket items with…

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Travel hacks and letting go of “packing perfection”

June 29, 2019

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Travel hacks and breaking up with packing perfection

I’d like to be one of those people who travel to Europe for weeks at a time with only a small carry-on bag. Let’s just say I came close to achieving this goal. I recently traveled to Austria for 11 days, and I managed to get most of my items in a carry-on bag that…

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Growing your dreams: the simple formula for (finally) making progress

May 14, 2019

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Grow your dreams: The surprisingly simple formula to (finally) make progress on your goals by cultivating hope.

Are you failing to reach your big goals? Here’s how to get back on track and make real progress by giving your dreams a healthy environment to grow. How do you realize your dreams? Most of the time, you’ve got to have a plan. In other words, set some goals. People usually fall into one…

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4 Simple mindset changes to overcome anxiety and clear clutter fast

September 10, 2018

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4 Simple mindset changes to overcome anxiety and clear clutter fast

If you are like me and you have LOTS of clutter in your house, getting rid of stuff produces anxiety. I invited friends to join me in a 30 Day Clutter Challenge. One of them said the process is stressing her out! I can relate. Decluttering is difficult for folks who tend to attach significance…

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30 Day Clutter Challenge: retrain your brain and stress less at home

August 31, 2018

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30 Day Clutter Challenge: Change your brain and stress less at home in just 15 minutes a day. Start making progress by adopting a new mindset. Stop negative thinking by taking simple steps.

If you struggle with clutter and keeping up around the house WITH ALL THE THINGS, I hope you’ll hang with me for a bit. For me, housekeeping and clutter control have always been challenging. I’m one of those creative folks whose desks are typically messy and who have trouble focusing on certain tasks. I’ve been…

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Who should and shouldn’t subscribe to Kindle Unlimited

August 3, 2018

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If you love books, is Kindle Unlimited right for you? What about deals for readers through Amazon Prime? What's the Kindle Owners Reading library? Read on to find out!

Is Kindle Unlimited right for you? What does Amazon Prime offer book lovers if you don’t have Kindle Unlimited? Read on and find out! Kindle Unlimited Membership Plans give subscribers access to thousands of book titles, a rotating batch of periodicals and some audio books – all for the cost of a $9.99 monthly membership.  Try…

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