Prioritize! List the top three things that must be finished by the end of the day in order for you to feel happy and productive, and do them first thing in the morning. I list my top three priorities in my date book, and tackle my number one priority before I read or respond to any emails, or answer any phone calls. This helps me prevent distraction and procrastination.
Schedule time on your calendar to organize. Treat it like an appointment that you can’t reschedule without a large rescheduling fee. Then pick just one target area to work on, and tackle one flat surface in that area. For example, if you’re working in the kitchen, start with items on the counter. If you’re working in your closet, start with items on the floor. If you’re working in your home-office, start with items on the desk.
Keep boxes at least until you’ve opened the items, used them, and established that they work to your satisfaction. Then get rid of the box. If you’re not ready to do so, break the box down and store it flat for 6 months, then after 6 months get rid of the box.
Practice mindful de-cluttering.
Angry de-cluttering is done without thought, when we’ve reached a point of being overwhelmed and just start pitching stuff. Mindful de-cluttering is an orderly, systematic approach to making decisions about our belongings. We allow ourselves the time necessary to make mindful decisions based on our current needs and lifestyle.
When trying to find the best storage option for items ask yourself these 3 questions.
1. Where do I use the item? Store it where you use it.
2. How often do I access the item? Store items used frequently in easily accessible containers and locations.
3. What is the best technique for storing the item? Consider whether the item should be stored in a container, and if the container should be open or have a lid.
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