Loading the dishwasher can be a household task fraught with contention, as differing opinions clash over the most efficient and organized method. Admittedly, there is no single “right” approach. Nevertheless, there are some basic principles that I believe make the process simple and effective. I don’t write this post lightly, as I know I might […]
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Where I live, there has been a lot of rain recently. Water flooding my basement during heavy storms is an ongoing possibility, so when intense rain is predicted, I am always on high alert. A couple of weeks ago, we had a large storm move through, projected to drop around 3 inches of rain. With
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Habits are really the “secret sauce” to making lasting change in your life. Last week I began my new series of posts on organizing habits with ideas for things to do on a daily basis. This week, I’m continuing the series by sharing some simple weekly habits to get and stay organized. The day of
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Have you seen a show or video about someone getting organized? Such videos are often dramatic and exciting. I love a good “before” and “after” as much as the next person. At the same time, while a major overhaul is invigorating and fun, the true secret to living an organized life is more about habits
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Last December, I had the privilege of attending the Broadway show “I Need That” in New York City. The Connecticut chapter of the National Association of Productivity and Organizing, along with a friend from the New York Chapter, took a field trip to get Broadway’s take on organizing, decluttering, and what we really “need.” As
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