Often when we run our online programs we get comments from people who are afraid of falling behind. Especially those people with a chronic illness. It depends how I’m feeling that day as to whether I can complete the task I can’t always complete the task so I’ll have to come back to it […]
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Feb
Feb
Parents left with an empty nest often have to deal with the emotional and psychological ordeal of letting their children go. These mixed emotions can be overwhelming. Parents deal with it through various ways and diversions. It’s not only emotionally taxing, it can also pose dilemmas on finances – either you have a newfound financial freedom or you could suddenly […]
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Feb
Feb
In the era of connectivity, we own and use several gadgets at once. Smart phones, laptops, personal computers, iPads and tablets have become part of our everyday life. These gadgets store a huge range of apps and software which often means we need to manage digital clutter too. If your device is cluttered with apps or your […]
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Jan
Jan
Waste: use or expend carelessly, extravagantly, or to no purpose. When is a waste of time, a good waste of time? Almost sounds like a joke, right! Wasting time is often viewed as not being productive or spending time on activities that do not provide any value. It can also be akin to doing trivial activities instead […]
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Jan
Jan
Want a less chaotic life? Let’s start with simple things that can be adjusted straight away. A life that is devoid of clutter, busyness and stress equals a simplified, happy and organized life. There are so many benefits to living an uncluttered life. We hear things like this all time: Unexpected guests are now a pleasure […]
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Jan
Jan
Hoarding issues affect over 400,000 Australians, which is a small number compared to the 19 million Americans labelled as hoarders, but it’s still a significant number of people who need help getting organized. We’re familiar with psychological issues that hoarding habits can have, so today we’re going to talk about how it also affects your finances. How […]
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Dec
Dec
Every new year, the most common resolution is a personal goal to “lose weight”.
In this post, we are going to use SMART objectives to help you plan that ultimate goal for the new year.
SMART goals may be used in business, school and in daily life. It can also be effective in planning for a weight loss goal.
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Dec
Dec
The key to a smooth sailing day-to-day family life is to establish a good routine at home. And if you feel like you already lost track, it’s not too late to reboot, especially for the coming new year. Try our following tips to help you get started. 4 Easy Ways To Establish Family Routines 1. Include Every […]
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Dec
Dec
Holidays can be a special kind of stressful. Stress, depression, inactivity, overwhelm and the inability to make a decision can leave you exhausted. We’re going to take a look at some stress-free tips to help you look fresh and stay positive during the holiday season. 6 Ways to Simplify Your Life During The Holiday Season 1. Limit Activities […]
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Dec
Dec
Chatting to a fellow blogger at a recent conference, something he said in general conversation really struck a chord with me. We were discussing the pros and cons of working from home. He was lamenting on the many things he has to do in one day. I was nodding in agreement, and added, “plus the […]
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Dec
Dec
Successful people who work from home have one thing in common. And this one thing, is obvious but hard to maintain. If you haven’t already guessed, they’re successful because they have a routine. They adhere to it. They make things happen. Let’s look at some of the main ways to establish routines so you can […]
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Nov
Nov
In a previous post, we talked about our favorite mantra; “Move fast. Don’t overthink. Let it go”. This mantra is simple and effective because it takes away doubts over decluttering problems many people encounter. Here are some more mantras you can use to help you make better choices while your decluttering. Move fast. Don’t overthink. Let it go More Declutter […]
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Nov
Nov
Are you keen to redecorate, reorganize or revamp your home? It’s a pretty big task. And it’s important to get the basics right. Let’s start with the big picture. Ideas To Help You Organize Your Home 1. Home Values How do you want your home to look? It might be: Comfortable and inviting Beautiful and […]
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Nov
Nov
The year’s busiest season is right upon us with only six weeks until Christmas and holiday time. It’s a season some people love. For others, the anxiety and rush of last minute to-do’s is all too overwhelming. You can envision it all now … the shopping mania, gifts waiting to be wrapped, holiday preparations and chores […]
02
Nov
Nov
It’s not easy to deal with personal clutter. The task is even more troublesome when the clutter that needs to be organized is not yours. Today we’re talking about other people’s clutter in the family home. That is, other family member’s clutter than can drive you a little bonkers! Here are some tips to help you cope. […]
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Oct
Oct
Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change. -Jim Rohn Your living room is where you spend most of your down time and its surrounds can have a huge impact on your mental and emotional state. If you’re space is about due for an upgrade, refresh or total makeover, then take a look at […]
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Oct
Oct
Help Me Simplify My Life! We hear this a lot from members who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed with their daily lives. We find the underlying problems are varied, but along the themes of: Having too much clutter and feel closed in Poor time management skills that make you feel like you’ve accomplished little by […]
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Oct
Oct
In a previous blog we talked about the five reasons why it’s great to take on a new hobby. To recap; a new hobby can help you improve: Time management skills Procrastination issues Social skills Self confidence Stress levels. A new hobby or interest not only increases your happiness, but also your productivity. You may find yourself re-evaluating […]
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Oct
Oct
With old-time tried and tested organizing apps continuing to dominate the app stores, there are newer apps emerging that deserve a mention. Some of these ones may have even been around a bit since we last gave you our faves, but some recently made it to the top of the list for organizing junkies. So […]
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Sep
Sep
Even the most studious students have lazy moments. Today we’re going to talk about how to keep the fire burning, stay sane and organized when studying. 6 Tips To Stay Sane and Organized When Studying 1. Use Scheduling and A Calendar Scheduling is your best friend when studying. List down the things or subjects that you need […]