What's the real problem with getting things in order?
We have too many things.
I'm willing to bet that you or someone you live with keeps some things that don't make sense.
So why do we hold on to so much?
It's...
First of all, you should know that organising your home is different for everyone.
Some people don't have a lot of clutter and junk, but they still need to know how to keep their stuff organised and put it where it belongs.
On the...
Tell yourself that no matter what, there will be some mess when you have a child.
Start with the clutter and messes you see every day. Get your kitchen, garage, and family room in order before you start on the closet in the...
I need to clear up a few myths about home organisation and getting things in order.
These are the myths about getting your house in order...
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Myth #1: To be organised, you have to be born that way,...
Do you have to dig around for the right tool all the time? There are a lot of hammers, but why are there never any flat-edged screwdrivers? Wouldn't it be great if everything was in one place where it was easy to find? Here are some steps and...
It's once again that time of year: Garage Sale Season! Having a garage sale is a great way to get rid of your extra stuff if you've started spring cleaning and decided it's time. You can take it a step further and join the new grass-roots...
Most people have trouble getting rid of clutter and getting organised because they don't know where to start or how to start.
So, it's put off for...later.
Most of the time, the reasons are good.
We have a lot going on in...
Over the years, I've talked to a lot of people who say they have nice clothes they love but don't wear anymore.
But here's my question: If something is so important to you, don't you think you should wear it?
We are a society that...
Many people have a lot of trouble with clutter. At a talk I gave, I asked people to raise their hands if they had trouble with clutter and being disorganised. At least half of the people surprised me by raising their hands.
One of my...
Spring cleaning can be a chore for some people and a joy for others. I learned about this custom when I was young. Now, when I think about spring cleaning, I remember good times.
When I was young and lived in Manitoba, which has four...