Wednesday is my wedding anniversary – 15 years. I find that hard to grasp, maybe because most days I feel about 12. But also, it’s a long time, right? A long time to be in this intimate, intense situation with the same person. So I thought I’d write about some of the things I’ve learned. […]
Category Archives: Life Management
What do you wear when you’re at home? Whether you’re working, doing chores, or chilling out, the clothes you wear can affect your mood, motivation and even feelings of self-respect. If you find yourself struggling with procrastination, low productivity or lack of motivation, your at-home wardrobe could be to blame. Do you pull on any […]
Ready to make the new year happy, organized and clutter-free? Here are some strategies to start the year off well. 3 Powerful Strategies For A Fabulous New Year Although the start of a new year is a fairly arbitrary thing, it offers a priceless psychological gift – motivation! Don’t waste this gift! Take advantage of […]
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Note: This post originally appeared as a Featured Article in the Get Organized newsletter. We all have goals that seem out of reach. Things we’ve wanted for a long time. Plans that never seem to come to fruition. Desires that we can’t fulfill, no matter how hard we try. Some of the things people chase, […]
Last September I turned 44. I was deeply relieved, as my year of being 43 was my. worst. ever. But for all the rich suckiness that those 12 months contained, there was lots to be thankful for. Thanksgiving seems like an apt occasion for reflecting on the good that comes out of the bad. So […]
Procrastination is one of those perennial problems. It seems everyone suffers from it at least some of the time, and there’s no one solution that always works. But there are a few solutions that are pretty reliable at breaking you out of the procrastination rut. In fact, I think these are about the best procrastination […]
Our grand business is not to see what lies dimly at a distance, but to do what lies clearly at hand. ~ Thomas Carlyle Have you been putting something off? At home? At work? In your personal life? It might be tempting to wait until some mythical perfect time. Perhaps when: You have more time […]
Looking your best is a great way to boost your confidence. You may argue that it shouldn’t, but the reality is that your grooming and dress style can make a big difference to the way people respond to you. Perhaps more importantly, it can change the way you feel about yourself – adding a little […]
Clearing Clutter Can Increase Success Jack Canfield points out that a cluttered physical environment can undermine success in several ways: Clutter drains energy Clutter hides problems Clutter blinds us to opportunities and ideas. If you feel held back in your personal goals or career goals, could clutter be part of the cause? Get Rid Of […]
Today is the first day of winter in Australia, where I live. I love the idea of making a fresh start with a new season. A new season can offer a boost of energy and sense of possibility a bit like the January 1 effect. I always try to take advantage of it by […]
Please note: This post is an updated version of How To Organize Your Facebook Friends. See also How To Organize Your Friends on The New Facebook – Part 2: How to Post Only to the Friends in a List. I love being able to filter my Facebook news feed – for instance, so I […]
Happy Valentine’s Day to all my lovely readers! To me Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance, it’s a great reminder to focus on all the relationships in our lives. So I thought I’d put together some posts from the archives that touch on organizing our relationships better. I hope you find something here to add […]
Well, yes – it’s likely you’ll get exactly what you want most of the time if you’re as adorable as this little charmer. But even if you score a little lower on the cuteness scale, there are things you can do to radically increase your chances of getting what you want. If you find yourself […]
In an issue of the Get Organized newsletter I wrote about the January 1 Effect – how you can get a gift of energy and motivation from the start of the new year. Why not take advantage of this once-a-year psychological boost, and start the year well! Here are 6 dos and don’ts for getting your […]
It’s that time of year again!
If you’re busy planning resolutions for the new year, here are some ideas that might help.
Want to get organized in 2011? Here are 3 strategies for starting off the year on the right track – and boosting your chances of keeping those resolutions beyond January.
Whether you’re approaching a new year, season, birthday, anniversary, or any other milestone, it’s a great time to make a fresh start, and to think about what you want to leave behind. I’ve put together 20 ideas for things to do before starting afresh. Some of these will take an instant, some a little longer. Choose the […]
Happy Thanksgiving to my US friends! In the spirit of this day, I thought I’d share 5 things I’m feeling especially grateful for. Remember, feeling grateful makes you happier – so think about what you’re thankful for, too. (BTW – Have you downloaded your free Gratitude List?) 5 Thank-You Notes Dear Mean, Mega-Ambitious Person At […]
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so it’s a great time for me to say a heartfelt thank you to my customers and readers. I really cherish you guys. And your intelligence and striking good looks are without parallel. Anyway, here are 2 little Thanksgiving-y resources from me, to help you to be: More organized […]
I used to be someone who saved things up. A new pair of boots, a box of premium tea, a gift of my favorite perfume – new things got put aside until the ideal occasion. There was a certain pleasure in knowing I had something special waiting for me, for one day. But often I’d […]