Because the season should be full of cheer, not full of stress-eating gingerbread! As the holidays approach, do you feel your stress level ratchet up to new heights? Does the thought of all that cooking, shopping, wrapping, baking, and decorating, in addition to your regular full schedule of work and family obligations send you a
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In this recent newsletter from Oliver Burkemann (author of Four Thousand Weeks – I highly recommend both his newsletter and book), I was intrigued by his thoughts on what it means to be “done for the day.” As someone who wrestles with somewhat unrealistic expectations of how much focused work I can accomplish on any
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The quickening pace of school, work and home life always takes a while to get used to once the reality of September sinks in. For many parents of school-aged children, the grind of getting back into the routine of early mornings, homework, car pools and after-school activities can be challenging. Having some systems and routines
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In the realm of productivity hacks and time management strategies, one concept that has been gaining traction is that of “body doubling”, also known as “co-working.” While the term might sound peculiar at first, its effectiveness in enhancing focus and productivity is remarkable. So, what exactly is body doubling, and how can it revolutionize the
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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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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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