Happiness is said to be elusive. Us humans often try to equate happiness with reaching goals. Are we looking in the right place for happiness? Are we our own worst enemy when it comes to trying to achieve happiness? You can be truly happy without the external motivations – by changing your perceptions. Things Happy People Do Differently Taking […]
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Apr
Apr
This is a guest post from Tiffany Franklin from Safestore – the UK’s No.1 choice for self storage. Safestore the things you love. The morning routine is a daunting prospect if you’re not an early bird and it can take one small delay – such as ice on your windscreen or a missing shoe – to […]
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Mar
Mar
How do you spend your time before going to bed? Do you: lock up the house and check all doors & windows? check your phone for last minute emails or Facebook posts? turn the TV on to catch the late news? drink a coffee? play a game on your phone? Whether you realize it or […]
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Mar
Mar
I’m standing in a closet-full of clothes but I have nothing to wear! Is this is a constant dilemma for you? Did you know that trimming down your wardrobe could be the quickest solution to having an organized closet? Truly, the fewer clothes you own, the happier you will be. Don’t believe me? Keep reading! The Benefits Of […]
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Mar
Mar
Short on time? Let’s get organized fast! 1. Need A Quick Tidy Up? Grab The Laundry Basket. Start at one end of your home and pick up anything that is not in its place and put it in the basket. If you have time, re-home the items now. If not, place the basket to the side […]
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Mar
Mar
Do you find yourself in constant angst about your teen’s clutter? Staying organized and avoiding clutter can be hard for people of all ages. Being able to get and stay organized is a life-long skill that you can begin to assist your child with right now. You won’t always be around to tidy up after […]
02
Mar
Mar
Owning little but being more than happy can be achieved. Ask any minimalist about the happiness they feel the less they own! It’s not uncommon for people to gather material belongings to fill up empty spaces. Some might be trying to meet social expectations. Other’s may be swayed by the lure and pleasures of shopping! […]
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Feb
Feb
What’s hidden beneath your clutter? Can you identify with any of these: You wear 20% of your wardrobe 80% of the time You own several pieces of the same kind of furniture at once You buy the same shoes in different colours. Those who tend to collect stuff will have emotional ties that bind them to physical clutter. […]
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Feb
Feb
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 […]
03
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 […]
01
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 […]