Tag Archive for: Getting rid of stuff
Stop excess
/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®Excess is defined as more than is necessary, normal, or desirable. Stop the cycle of excess. More is not better when it causes stress and frustration. Use what you have and reduce to a manageable amount.
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Be an Equalizer
/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®In our consumer-driven society, it’s common to have more coming in than going out. Aim to equalize your belongings—become an “equalizer” by letting go of as much as you bring in. This simple habit helps reduce clutter and makes cleaning and organizing much easier.
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More is a 4 letter word
/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®Having more doesn’t always mean better. In fact, it often creates more problems, stress, and frustration.
- More possessions fill up space, leaving less room to breathe.
- More things require time—time spent maintaining, moving, sorting, and searching for them.
- More spending on things leaves less money in the bank.
- More clutter leads to less peace of mind, as the visual overload can be overwhelming.
Tips on how to embrace less:
Evaluate holiday decorations
/0 Comments/in Tip of the Month/by Janine Cavanaugh, CPO®A great time to evaluate your holiday decorations is when you’re putting them away. Before packing them up, set criteria for what to keep and what to donate. Consider these guidelines:
- You love it.
- You display it every year.
- It’s one of your favorite holiday decorations.
- It’s sentimental, and you would never part with it.
This approach ensures you only keep what truly brings joy and meaning to your celebrations.








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