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Mindset
Mar 12, 2025 · 6 min read

Clutter is a symptom — not the problem

If you've tried 'everything,' you already know that. The real work is fixing what's underneath so it actually stays solved.

January 16, 2023

Why minimalism doesn’t work…

Discover the truth behind minimalism and learn how to declutter mindfully. Learn why your stuff isn't the problem, but rather how you think, feel and interact with it. Discover a simplicity that aligns with your values and focus on what truly matters to you.
Getting Organized
Simplicity
Mindfulness
January 2, 2023

Re-solving or resolving? 3 tips for starting the year off on your best foot

Are you tired of making the same New Year's resolutions every year, only to see them fall by the wayside? Want to make your New Year's resolutions stick in 2023? New Year's resolutions can be tough to stick to but it's not too late to turn things around! I share 3 tips for setting realistic, specific, and accountable goals that will increase your chances of success. Don't let the same failed resolutions hold you back!
Getting Organized
Living An Organized Life
December 26, 2022

Celebrating the moments of 2022

Thank you for your support and for allowing us to support you as we work towards decluttering and organizing our lives. As we enter 2023, we're grateful for each other and for the progress we've made so far. Here's to a holiday season filled with cheer and a new year full of joy and endless possibilities.
Getting Organized
December 19, 2022

Make more memories and less waste!

Have you noticed your trash cans filling up more quickly this time of year? Household waste increases by more than 25% between Thanksgiving and New Years Day–that equals an additional 1 million tons a week going into our landfills!
Getting Organized
December 12, 2022

Delegate that looming holiday list—before you become a Grinch!

Do you ever feel like you have to be a superhero to get everything done for the holidays? Trying to do it all is sure way to lose the spirit of the season … and start feeling more like the Grinch, right?!
Time Management
Getting Organized
Living An Organized Life
December 5, 2022

Don’t waste money on the “perfect” gift

When you think back on holidays past—do you remember the specific gifts you got—or the way you felt when you were surrounded by people you care about?
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November 28, 2022

Find your joy and peace

Today you might be enjoying Thanksgiving leftovers or still visiting with your loved ones—making it a perfect time to sit back and reflect on this holiday season.
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November 21, 2022

Avoid overspending on Black Friday

Does it seem like the holiday season starts earlier and earlier every year?Are they really playing Christmas songs before Halloween again?And some ‘Black Friday’ sales can last all month long, right!! In our culture, too often the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ comes with overspending, clutter and even more stress—all affecting our serenity and well-being. 
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November 14, 2022

Have a stress-free holiday season

In just two weeks, the holiday season kicks off in the United States with Thanksgiving. Even if you don’t celebrate Thanksgiving, you’ll be familiar with the day after it—the biggest shopping day of the year—Black Friday. 
Getting Organized
November 7, 2022

We can change the world

Today, let’s talk about giving back. For several years, I’ve supported an organization called Together We Can Change The World (TWCCTW). This non-profit empowers and educates women and children in Southeast Asia.
Happiness
Inspirational Messages
Getting Organized
October 31, 2022

The holidays are coming

This week, I’ve been traveling in Ibiza to a wellness conference, and I’ll be away from home throughout the rest of the fall and winter.I’m enjoying my time meeting new people and seeing new places, but I was reminded that with Halloween approaching in a few days, autumn is coming to a close—and then the holiday season is officially upon us.
Getting Organized
October 24, 2022

Simplicity is possible

I was going through some papers this week, getting ready to head out on the road … and I came across some old tax papers—they’re now in the shred basket.They were from a dispute I had with New York state’s tax department for a missing extension form … in 2011.
Getting Organized
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