Category: Downsize your space

  • The Battle between Two Wolves: The Conflict of Decision Making

    One evening, an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, “My beloved grandson, the battle inside every person is between two wolves. One is Evil. It is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, false pride and ego. The other is Good. It is…

  • Why You Can’t Get Organized: When Organization is a Phobia

    Is it “can’t” or “won’t” when it comes to summarizing the reasons people fail to organize their stuff? And does it apply to you? “Can’t” implies inability. “Won’t” is the lack of initiative or desire. The five main reasons fall into BOTH camps: Can’t AND Won’t. CAN’T – Don’t know how Mindy (fictitious name) tells…

  • Twenty Five (25)

    When you think of 25, what comes to your mind? Twenty five is: also known as quarter of a century the number of cents in a quarter the atomic number of Manganese the number typically reserved for the best slugger in Baseball the name of Breckenridge Brewery American Porter Style Beer the name of George…

  • The Rewards of Organizing

    This story is true but the names have been changed to protect the privacy of the innocent. Given a choice, would you choose freedom or burden?  Pierre chose to fly like a kite, free from the burdens of his “stuff.” Pierre is 60 years old.  For decades, he ran a successful business and was the…

  • Simple Ways to Streamline your Life, Be More Productive and Stay Organized

    Start with a few simple ways to streamline your life, be more productive and stay organized: Manage your schedule Send yourself reminders via email, app or electronic calendar. Set up a separate inbox for your reminders, and check it daily. Use a family calendar to track family commitments. Eliminate multiple calendars, or be sure to…