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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.

November 15, 2021

Black Friday: How To Be Smart In A World Of Dumb Consumers

How To Be Smart on Black Friday
Getting Organized
November 8, 2021

4 Areas To Declutter In Preparation For The Holidays

Four areas to declutter in your home before the holidays.
Getting Organized
November 1, 2021

4 Simple Ways to Declutter The Holidays

Declutter the holidays with these 4 simple tips.
Getting Organized
October 25, 2021

7 Warning Signs That Clutter Is Killing You

In the northern hemisphere, fall is in the air everywhere you look. Pumpkin spice has taken over our favorite restaurant menus. Spooky decorations are seen on every street. And, our favorite horror flicks are constantly streaming on TV and online.
Getting Organized
October 18, 2021

How to Achieve Greater Self-Awareness for National Evaluate Your Life Day

Did you know that each year on October 19 we celebrate National Evaluate Your Life Day? Some might think it’s rather late in the year to be examining one’s life … given that it was almost 10 months ago that we may have created a few New Year’s resolutions—based on where we thought our life was at and where we wanted it to be …
Getting Organized
Living An Organized Life
October 11, 2021

Be True To Yourself For National Coming Out Day 2021

On October 11, the annual observance of National Coming Out Day is celebrated by the LGBT+ community and its allies. 
Getting Organized
Living An Organized Life
October 4, 2021

The Effects of Clutter on Mental Health | World Mental Health Day 2021

Take Back Control of Your Mental Health from Clutter
Getting Organized
September 27, 2021

3 Simple Steps and 101 Organization Hacks to Take Back Control of Your Home

Organize your home without getting overwhelmed with these simple tips to declutter every part of your life.
Getting Organized
September 20, 2021

Declutter Conflicts for International Day of Peace

It is a sad reality that since its founding, the United States has had only 17 years of uninterrupted peace in its entire 243 years of existence. Each year on September 21st, the United Nations International Day of Peace is observed. The UN General Assembly has stated that the International Day of Peace is “a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire”.
Mindfulness
Getting Organized
Happiness
September 11, 2021

How to deal with your stuff after a natural disaster

The disaster and consequences of Hurricane Ida are still unfolding for many families. And Tropical Storm Nicholas is following right on her heels.
Getting Organized
August 30, 2021

7 Reasons You’re Losing Money in Your Business (& Don’t Know It)

How you (mis)manage your time could be costing you money. Here are the top 7 time leaks that directly hit your bottom line.
Finances
Mindfulness
Organizing Your Work Life
Success
Productivity
August 23, 2021

10 Shortcuts for Organizing Your Bedroom Closet

Make your mornings a breeze! Here are 10 shortcuts to get your closets organized—so you find the clothes and shoes you need in less time.
Getting Organized
Living An Organized Life
Mindfulness
Productivity
Time Management
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