More Than Organized

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Better Results

I was driving down the street the other day when I realized that most people see trees where I see sustainable forest. Let me explain. You are too close to your own stuff to see the possibilities. That is why you say “yeah, but” when you think about getting organized. So, I am super excited…

What to do with Boxes & Cords

Almost every home and office I work in has a problem with boxes and cords. They take up a huge amount of room and are just never used again. It seems like it should be easy for people to let go. And yet. When does this fear of getting rid of boxes first set in?…

Coming Out of the Closet Bag & Box…#9

Another great big thank you to my client who has so generously agreed to share her journey to organization with the world. I hope this group of blogs enlightens and inspires you to take a different look at the clutter in your life, and know that there is a clear space on the other side…

Indecision

Indecision – Is It In Your Way? How many times do you put something down or aside to decide about later? Do you ever decide? Now wait a minute, you actually make 5 decisions every time you do that. You decide you can’t decide now. You decide it’s important enough to keep. You decide it’s…

Coming Out of the Closet, Bag & Box #3

Week #3 as a client navigates the streamlining process. Reality Has anyone noticed how late this post is? It’s my fault, of course. Miriam couldn’t be more patient. I, on the other hand, couldn’t be more of a procrastinator. I also couldn’t be more of an optimist, carrying within me the constant belief that come…

Coming Out of the Closet, Bag & Box…#2

WWMD Spring. That’s when I make my resolutions. I can smell the lilacs blooming and I start planning: my garden, my summer, my new diet and work out routines. I envision my way to exciting career changes, a bountiful income, improved parenting skills, increased dedication to my husband and friends – and once the blooms…

Coming Out of the Closet, Bag & Box…#1

 One of my clients has fantastically agreed to share her side of the story as I work with her over the next 10 weeks. I am so grateful for her willingness to open up about her transformation to streamlined living. I hope you you enjoy it. -Miriam When Miriam rang the doorbell I knew…

Extra Pieces of Paper

Small scraps of paper pile up, get caught up, slide out, escape and in general are annoying. Even knowing this is true doesn’t make it any easier for many people to decide what to do about their paper clutter. Paper is just flat stuff made out of wood and/or recycled pulp. So treat it like…

Sunday Simplicity Tip #7

Create a reverse cookbook and keep your pantry and recipe pile to a minimum. It’s easy. Just think of 30-40 meals you and your family actually like to eat. Then determine if you even need a recipe to make the dish. If you do, pick your favorite version of the dish and keep those instructions….

Temporary vs. Permanent

Temporary vs. Permanent – What to do with all the extra parts. Sometimes clutter is just the stuff you are not sure what to do with once you bring it into your house or office. Not necessarily the thing you planned for and purchased, but the extra stuff that came with it. Everything from the…