Have you ever been totally overwhelmed by a big project, like cleaning out a garage or craft room? Be honest. Of course you have.

Avoid total overwhelm by dividing up the project and doing just a little at a time, rather than trying to chew the whole thing in one bite. Instead of simply walking away in frustration, stay encouraged and motivated by setting a time limit and focus on finishing one drawer, one box or one desktop.

Keep like things with like. Use clear bins rather than cardboard.  Remember that more isn’t always better; it’s just more. Once you taste the positive results of making hard decisions you will love the feeling of being in control.

You will accomplish more in just 2 or 3 hours when you stay on task than you will all day spinning in circles deciding what to do about your stuff. Keep it? Toss it? Give it away? Even if you spend one hour after work every day for a week clearing out the clutter versus watching TV, the results will amaze you. 

The secrets? Stay focused.  Only do a little at a time. Be willing to make decisions and move on. Set a time limit. When time’s up, it’s up.

Until next time,

Happy Organizing!