Inspiration

As a professional organizer and minimalist coach for the past 20+ years I have learned a thing or two about why letting go scares people. I think the answer to why people are afraid is layered [...]

September has always felt like a time of renewal and change. And of getting back on track, into a routine that allows you to predict parts of your day again.  Every season offers change but with [...]

When I talk to folks about what I do as a professional organizer I am almost always met with questions about how to reduce clutter, make decisions on heirloom items, and in general where to start [...]

It is the end of the year. Again. And with it, you might find yourself saying the same things you did just twelve months ago. Making promises to change and do things differently for next year.  [...]

I can’t believe I am saying this but here goes nothing: I almost hate the word “organization”. Okay, I don’t hate organization as in “let’s get [...]

I recently read a great article in The Atlantic by Arthur C. Brooks titled “A Once-in-a-Lifetime Chance to Start Over”.  He is, of course, talking about re-entering life post [...]

This is, once again, not your typical post about making New Year’s resolutions. I am not too keen on making resolutions once a year. I have written about this before. And every year I feel [...]

If you’ve read anything I’ve written you know that I am not a huge fan of New Year’s and resolutions. To me personally it feels like more pressure-filled than anything else. Of [...]

As we round up the final weeks of this year, it is good to take a look at what will make the next more fulfilling. I know that when I feel purposeful and am an active participant in my life, I [...]

Living simply and happy is a goal many want to achieve. There are a plethora of things you can do to really simplify and create joy. And because there are so many it can feel overwhelming. Which [...]