As professional organizers, we help people transform cluttered spaces into organized havens. But sometimes, clutter goes beyond simple disorganization. It can become a symptom of hoarding behavior, a complex issue that can significantly impact someone’s life. If you suspect yourself, a loved one, or a client might be struggling with hoarding, you’re not alone. ThisContinueContinue reading “Mini Guide: Understanding & Addressing Hoarding Behaviour”
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Understanding Stress Responses: How Home and Office Organization Can Help
Physical clutter can feel like mental clutter. When we see a mess around us, it can trigger the same overwhelmed feeling we get when our minds are racing with thoughts and worries. This can activate our body’s natural stress response, which is completely normal. It’s your mind advising you to take notice and take action.ContinueContinue reading “Understanding Stress Responses: How Home and Office Organization Can Help”
Strategies for Overcoming Task Paralysis in Your Home Organization Journey
As a professional organizer, I see it all the time: the overwhelming mountain of clutter, the half-finished projects, the “I’ll get to it later” pile that never seems to shrink. It’s not just about the stuff; it’s about the task paralysis that holds individuals back. The Clutter Connection: When Overwhelm Takes Over Just like inContinueContinue reading “Strategies for Overcoming Task Paralysis in Your Home Organization Journey”
Tips for Tackling Chaos with Someone You Live or Work With
I’m thrilled to provide the worldwide peacemaker, psychologist, mediator, author and teacher Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D’s Nonviolent Communications methods as a Professional Organizer to my clients. I am currently not certificated as an NVC coach. My experience is based on my own understanding of Nonviolent Communication as it relates to home and office organizing. Implementing thisContinueContinue reading “Tips for Tackling Chaos with Someone You Live or Work With”
Home Office Organization: Filing and Setup Tips for Beginners
Set yourself up for success. Here’s an example of how to tackle your home office with simple, clean, non-distracting, and easy to maintain items. A wall shelf is the perfect place to show off your personality, and display books and special items that bring you joy. Product suppliers: Ikea, Amazon, Wayfair, Staples, and Walmart.
Encouraging Kids to Tidy Up: Practical Strategies
You have children in the house. You’ve decluttered and organized your items to suit your space, not your stuff, but you are frustrated with getting them to follow the new system. Sound familiar? Here are the three likely problems that are happening and how to solve them: They have limited beliefs about being organized.ContinueContinue reading “Encouraging Kids to Tidy Up: Practical Strategies”
Create a Vision Board for Home Organization
By focusing on the four modalities—visual aids, auditory components, hands-on experiences, and physical sensations—you can build awareness, clarify goals, and align desired outcomes. This tailored approach will enhance your home organization efforts and boost your effectiveness. I recommend journaling your answers to focus on the home life you want, not your current situation. Journaling canContinueContinue reading “Create a Vision Board for Home Organization”
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