This paraphrased quote from Toni Morrison speaks to so much that gets in our way in our lives. Whether it’s an excess of physical stuff, an overburdened schedule, a miles-long to-do list, negative self-talk, unhealthy habits, or toxic relationships, letting stuff go is the key to being able to soar in our lives. One of
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National “Clean Out Your Computer” day was Feb. 15th, but if you missed it (I did!), it’s not too late to do something about those overloaded and disorganized computer files. While digital space is harder to fill than physical space, it still needs to be cleaned out and re-organized on a regular basis in order
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The new year brings a sense of anticipation and change for the better, but often those big resolutions peter out into the same old, same old by February 1st. One of the problems is that we try to make too many big changes all at once, but committing to making just three small choices can
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So the tragicomedy that is 2020 is fast coming to a close. As I sit here to write this last newsletter of the year, I find myself in serious need of an attitude adjustment! Throughout the year, I’ve been so focused on what I don’t have and what I can’t do that I’ve let my
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An often-quoted phrase in the organizing industry is, “clutter is postponed decisions,” from the wisdom of long-time organizing expert Barbara Hemphill. Making timely decisions is the heart of getting and staying organized, but many of us struggle with even the most basic of decisions on a regular basis. Having piles of paper on your desk
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“All big things come from small beginnings. The seed of every habit is a single, tiny decision. But as that decision is repeated, a habit sprouts and grows stronger. Roots entrench themselves and branches grow. The task of breaking a bad habit is like uprooting a powerful oak within us. And the task of building
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How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time! That old expression carries a lot of wisdom in just a few words. Feeling that sense of overwhelm that can happen when you look at any area of your life that needs organizing. Whether it’s your home, your office, your calendar, or your to-do
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In this final installment for September on my favorite to-do list methods and tools, I’d like to recommend a great time management technique from Julie Morgenstern in her book, Time Management from the Inside Out. No matter how you decide to keep your to-do list, paper or digital, managing it requires some planning and some
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Deciding on the best task management tool to help you manage your days can be challenging with all of the options out there. I’m asked frequently which is better – paper or digital? My answer is, “it depends.” Whether you choose paper calendar and task management tools or digital tools, or perhaps a combination of
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When it comes to physically keeping track of your to-do list, there are an overwhelming number of options, both paper and digital out there. I’ve tried a bunch of different ways to keep track of what I need to do over the years. Some were for my personal use, and others I tried because I
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