Expecting your home to look like the pages out of a magazine is not realistic. You live, eat and rest in that space. You might even work there. You may have pets. Or children. Or A flat mate. Life gets in the way of a perfectly organized home. Expecting perfection will lead to disappointment and frustration. […]
Category Archives: Life Management
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Jun
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Selling your home can be one of the most stressful things you have to do. It might be that: You want to get the best price You want it to sell quickly You want to be able to move on without any dramas All of the above! Get your home looking its best with these […]
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Jun
Jun
I love it when people drop in unexpectedly. It’s exciting and I get a real rush from it. However, there’s also a little sense of panic! If you don’t get advance notice and it’s actually a “ding-dong, hello we’ve come to visit” situation, then you’ll just have to wing it! But if you’re lucky enough to get advance […]
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Jun
Jun
Procrastination. The art of keeping up with yesterday! Are you a procrastinator? Take a look at some of the typical excuses procrastinators make. It this you? Excuses Procrastinators Make At least I got it handed in on time. I’ll do it tomorrow. I’ll get to it later. No rush! It will be there waiting for me in the […]
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Jun
Jun
Living with daily household chaos and disorder stresses me out. When I don’t focus on living simply and being organized, I feel: overwhelmed cranky unhappy with the world envious of others. When I do focus on living simply and being organized, I feel: calmer happier able to manage my time better clear-headed happy with the world grateful […]
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May
May
Time-poor, activity-rich parents tend to despise meal time. Do these scenarios sound familiar? The 5pm mad-dash to the supermarket in the hope of finding a quick and easy yet nutritional meal to feed your hungry family before you skip off to sports training. Or Scrounging around in the refrigerator hoping to find inspiration from bare […]
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May
May
There is a lot to do in a normal day. Dishes need to be washed. Clothes need to be laundered. Beds need to be made. Floors need to be swept. Kids need to be fed, bathed and ready. Pets need to be fed, walked and played with. Extended family members need to be checked on, called […]
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May
May
If the thought of decluttering makes you break into a sweat, then today’s tip is just for you. Let’s keep it simple. This little strategy is easy to remember AND it works. Try it! If you don’t love it or use it, let it go. Here are some comments from people who have made decisions based on […]
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Apr
Apr
Do you ever wonder if you have the right genetic makeup to be organized? We often talk about whether being organized is a skill or inherent. A previous Get Organized Wizard article focused on 10 Things Organized People DO Every Day. Every day! These are tasks that people do consistently to help their day run smoothly. But what […]
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Apr
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Spring brings lots of surprises. Sunny skies, fresh produce and new spring fashion. You may be ready for it, but is your house prepared for it? Spring brings in dusting and scrubbing chores, but don’t let it derail and discourage you. With simple tricks, your spring cleaning need not become an arduous job. By the time you’re […]
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Apr
Apr
Do you find that some weeks are just crazy, hectic, oh my god someone please s-l-o-w down the clock! This is my week, now. A gazillion things to do and something has to give. Oh, that’s you housework. Sorry! Then I don’t give housework a moment’s thought until I start to see the build-up of […]
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Apr
Apr
30-Day Weight Loss-athon If you took action on just a fraction of what you already know about weight loss, you’d lose weight, right? You know it’s true! Which is why our motto is: It’s Not What You Know, It’s What You Do. The 30-Day Weight Loss-athon is about doing. A whole month of tiny-but-powerful actions […]
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Mar
Mar
My life has never been busier since I became a school mom. My laid back approach to time management and home organization got a rude awakening. All it took was a few stressful mornings and afternoons of mismanagement to make me realize that I needed to make some changes. And it’s true, small changes can make […]
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Mar
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March is a crazy time for me. Not only was my youngest son born in March, but so (it appears) were most of his friends. What on earth were all of these parents celebrating nine months prior? (Insert smirk here). The month of March is party central. My five-year-old’s social life is significantly more active than mine, […]
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Mar
Mar
Simple car hacks, tricks and tips Here are some simple car hacks, tricks and tips to keep you organized while you’re out and about! 1. Stamps Keeping stamps in the glove compartment means you’re always ready to post! 2. Silicone Cake Liners These little gems are perfect for lining your cup holders so they don’t […]
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Feb
Feb
A Decluttered Home IS Achievable If You Really Want It Yes, it really is that simple. Do you want it? If you answered yes, then the next step is making it happen. And this is where it gets hard. Finding the mindset and the motivation to make it happen. That’s where WE can help. Is This Program For You? […]
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Feb
Feb
Are you tired of complaining about the state of your teenager’s room? If your requests to tidy up fall on deaf ears, try giving them our step-by step guide. It might just work* AND you will regain your sanity! * We cannot vouch for compliance in the actions of your teenager when undergoing our step-by-step guide! However if I could […]
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Feb
Feb
Being a calm and organized parent can be tough. We can read “effective parenting techniques” until our eyes glaze over, when sometimes all it takes is a simple lifestyle change to help make life less chaotic. Here are some simple tips to help create a calm and organized household Get a Slow Cooker If you don’t have one already […]
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Feb
Feb
When it comes up in conversation it always interests me how often people get around to household chores. It’s always there waiting for us, but what is the rule of thumb? Is there any rhyme or reason to suggested time limits? How Often Do I Need To Change … Sheets How much do you sweat? […]
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Jan
The following post was kindly written by one of our longest Get Organized Wizard members, Terry. How I Said Goodbye The following are things I did to have closure and say good bye to my first husband: 1. Write an article of the good and positive times you had together Make copies Purchase colored file folders and place the […]