Some people believe that chores are unnecessary; kids should be kids! Other people believe that chores are absolutely essential to building a responsible adult. The truth is that chores are important, but how they are presented is just as important.
Author Archives: Kylie Browne
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May
May
After all, a person might begin the day with the best intentions, only to see plans to complete a list of tasks falling through. In such cases, it pays to examine what you are trying to do, focus on priorities and come up with a more realistic approach to doing what you can in the amount of time available.
22
May
May
While some individuals have worked from home for decades, it’s a new experience for millions of people around the globe. Telecommuting certainly has some advantages; you can avoid illnesses and travel costs. Employers don’t need to rent as much office space. However, work-life balance often becomes a serious problem.
15
May
May
It happens frequently. You have two options for establishing a home workspace, but you can’t decide between them. You might have an actual office, but wonder if working in the dining room, kitchen, or living room might actually be better. What works for one doesn’t necessarily work for all, and you could find that one or the other is best suited to your working style.
16
Apr
Apr
If your room is messy, you may recognise that it’s cluttered, but you choose to ignore the situation because you’re so busy with other more demanding and higher-priority tasks. But when you sit down and give the matter some consideration, you’ll start to see why it’s so important to have a tidy room.
09
Apr
Apr
Chances are good that the one room in your home has the most items in the kitchen. From fresh ingredients to various packaged, processed items to the various pieces of equipment you use to prepare meals, there’s a lot to keep track of. There are also plenty of opportunities for the kitchen to wind up getting cluttered and difficult to work in because of the mess.
02
Apr
Apr
Organization can make it so much better and faster to find things when you need them. It’s also a great way to keep your space looking neat and clean. But what should you consider when you’re deciding how to organize your items? Here are a few things to think about.
29
Mar
Mar
Pantries, like closets and other spaces, can get cluttered easily. They’re out of sight most of the time, so it’s easy to just put things in them without a lot of concern for organization. But you can declutter your pantry and keep it neat and orderly, with a few simple steps. Here’s how to get started, and what to consider for keeping things tidy in the future.
22
Mar
Mar
As a parent, you probably look around your house and wonder where all the toys came from. Whether you have one child or several children, the number of toys seems to grow quickly. But you can take back your space and keep toys decluttered, without depriving your children of anything that’s important in their lives. Here are some great ways to declutter your kids’ toys and keep things more organized for the future.
15
Mar
Mar
When you have a lot of sentimental items in your house, but you’re also looking to declutter, it can be stressful. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be like that. There are some easier ways to declutter your sentimental things, so you don’t feel like you’re missing out and your house looks the way you want it to. Here’s what to consider, to help you get started.
08
Mar
Mar
If you need more storage in your living space, there are two main ways to make that happen. You can either add more storage if you have the room, or you can declutter your living area to create more opportunity to store the things you really want to keep. Here are some of the most important things to consider, so you can handle both of those issues as effectively as possible.
26
Feb
Feb
Working from home can make for a more productive environment than the typical office cubicle. For some, work from home situations are ideal for helping them in enhancing their work-life balance.
It’s safe to say that working from home can improve productivity.
05
Feb
Feb
Procrastination is a big problem and it may be the main reason you’re not getting things done. Do not put off reading this blog post! Here’s how to respond to your tendency toward procrastination and to start becoming more productive in the new year.
29
Jan
Jan
A decluttering routine makes life much easier. You’ll be able to keep your home looking nicer. Here are some tips to help you stick to your decluttering routine.
08
Jan
Jan
Many busy people like yourself want to make New Years resolutions. Here are some tips on sticking with the resolutions you make for 2021.
01
Jan
Jan
As we think about all that has happened in 2020 and consider just how significant the year’s events have been, it’s useful to keep them in perspective by making some plans for 2021. It’s time to review the year that was
25
Dec
Dec
With some planning and organization for the holidays, you can change your mindset. Here are some tips to help you get started.
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Dec
Dec
Organizing holidays during a period of uncertainty can be more stressful than anything else. Here’s what can you do to make sure that your plans go off without a hitch.
11
Dec
Dec
For some children, there’s an embarrassment of riches when it comes to all the toys they keep in their bedrooms. They might not even realize they have some presents now, because they forgot about opening those gifts three years ago and haven’t looked at them since. Make things easier on yourself by organizing your children’s […]
27
Nov
Nov
It’s never too soon to begin planning for Christmas. With so much to do, it’s useful to prepare now, by making a Christmas planning checklist.