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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
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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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