Why I Organized My Kitchen I hate to cook. When I watch all those HGTV shows where those starry-eyed couples are looking for the perfect “chef’s kitchen” with all the bells and whistles – enormous Wolf stoves, pot-filler faucets, fancy espresso stations – my eyes tend to glaze over and I tune right out. What
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When we think of self-care, images of nutritious meals and regular exercise routines often come to mind. While these are undeniably important, self-care encompasses so much more than just physical health. True self-care involves nurturing every aspect of your life, including your mental and emotional well-being, your physical space, and how you manage your time.
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Indecision can be a major roadblock to getting things done. Learning how to make timely decisions without driving yourself crazy with overthinking is crucial to good time management.
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If you’re struggling to make a decision or find the right tool for managing your time, check out the pros and cons of digital vs. paper here.
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In a world where chaos seems to reign supreme, there are some folks who navigate through life with an air of tranquility and orderliness. These highly organized individuals seem to have unlocked the secret to staying on top of their tasks, managing their time effectively, and maintaining harmonious spaces. But what exactly sets them apart?
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Recently in one of my NAPO-NE chapter meetings (National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals – New England), we heard a great presentation by an interior designer about the golden rule that often guides the arrangement of furniture and decor: fill two-thirds of a space. This principle, rooted in aesthetics and spatial harmony, emphasizes the
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“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, Bright copper kettles and warm, woolen mittens, Brown paper packages tied up with strings, These are a few of my favorite things.” As we dive even deeper into the holiday season, I’m hearing this song ad nauseam on the radio and in stores (maybe at this point, it’s
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How many of us regard the weekend as a time of rest, leisure and pleasant activities? Not many, I’ll bet. Most of us spend a huge portion of our weekend just catching up – on household chores, projects, and work. While getting a ton of stuff done on those two days is rewarding in its
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I was recently inspired by this blog from Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist, where he wrote about ten things you can accomplish by taking small steps. He offers ten brief thoughts on how to make changes in your life in various ways by just taking one small, initial step. It made me consider what ten
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As a productivity coach, when the topic of planning comes up, I often hear “I don’t have time to plan!” My response is always, you don’t have time NOT to plan! Looking ahead to the day and week ahead and making decisions about what your priorities are, and where you need to expend your time
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