Gift Giving & Santa
The gift giving season is upon us once again, and at this time of year I like to share my Organizer-friendly gift ideas. These options are alternatives to traditional gifts, because they focus on zero waste…
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You’re in control
One effective way to stay organized is to remove (or reduce) anything in our homes that we can’t keep under control. Items that fall into this category are usually things we have in large quantities or excess. Some examples are an excessive amount of clothes, books, toys, shoes, paperwork, or collections. Think of an amount that is manageable and work towards achieving that amount.
Everything has potential
Potential usefulness is not the same as actual usefulness. It’s easy to hold on to things because they have potential, but it’s important to be honest with yourself about their true value. Ask yourself:
- How realistic is the potential of this item?
- What condition is it in?
- What is the likelihood that I’ll actually use it?
- Will I use it within the next 6 months?
- If it were damaged, would I replace it?
- Would someone else get more value from it than I do?
The world is full of items with potential, but if you’re not using or appreciating them, consider letting them go to someone who will.
Compare instead of decide
When deciding what to keep and what not to keep, compare two items at a time. Do you like this item more than that item? Which one do I use more? Wear more? Feel better about?
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Keep only your favorites
Identify your favorite things and make space to enjoy those things. This will probably require the removal of unused, outdated, and unwanted stuff. By reducing those possessions, your favorite things have breathing room, and you have less to organize and maintain.
Here are a few suggestions:
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