The Latest Organizing Trend

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Patricia sitting on chair outside of house

I am often asked what I think of the latest organizing craze, especially about paring down and creating makeovers.

For me personally, organizing has always been in trend.  I’ve been helping people for over 20 plus years de-clutter and design new living spaces.

But, lately it appears more women are catching on that getting organized is not just a one time activity.  Rather it’s a lifestyle one adopts that embraces the body, mind and environment.

This makes me very happy and excited because when one understands this, it’s easier to get off the merry-go-round of clutter and break the cycle a lot easier.

The fact is, living an organized life is a choice. You become more consciously aware of what’s truly important and what makes you happy, rather than focusing on external things to fulfill you.

If you’re interested, I’d love to talk to you personally and show you how to create such a lifestyle.  It would be a very relaxed call and you can ask me anything you’d like.  You can schedule your call at your convenience by clicking HERE!

I look forward to our call together!

Why Now Is A Good Time To Get Organized

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Mindfulness Program All In One

When it comes to getting organized, most people wait until they “feel” they have a really good reason to take action.  For example, the holiday season or a special occasion.

This is not necessarily the best time to start de-cluttering and creating order in your home, however.

The reason I say this is because usually the “urgency” of wanting to do something is not always the best way.  It takes time to get organized – the right way, that is.

Disorganization and clutter usually doesn’t occur over night.  So to expect to create an organized environment swiftly is just adding additional pressure on yourself.

Just like with anything else in life that you want to be successful at, there is a system to follow.  Getting organized is no exception.

There’s a reason why my clients are able to live clutter-free.  It’s not magic.  But there is a method I teach them. 

If you’d like to learn how to reduce your stress, overcome your anxiety and create a living space that reflects the essence of “who you are” then my Mindfulness Coaching Program just might be the answer to your clutter problems.

I’d love the opportunity to explain the program to you and see if it’s a proper fit.  You can find out everything you need by scheduling a call with me HERE.

You have nothing to lose and everything to gain.  Talk to you soon!

One Day…

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If I gave you a dime for every time I’ve heard the words “one day,” you’d be a wealthy person.

That’s because the majority of people I talk to think one day they’ll be clutter-free and better organized.

Because, in their mind, one day they’ll actually pursue de-cluttering their life.

If you ever think that way, I’ve got news for you…

One day—that wonderful time when all the stars align—will never come.

If you want to live a clutter-free life and have the peace of mind you crave, your power is always at this moment.

So, why not start today and get serious about achieving a better quality of life and schedule a call with me. You’ll discover how to live a life of freedom where you’re in control – not the clutter.

Remember something – once you take action, you set the wheels in motion for change.  The momentum builds from there.  Soon after your life will be totally different. And I’m talking, living life on your terms, woohoo, different!

Why Clutter Exists and What It’s Trying To Tell You

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There’s a question that stumps many people when I ask them: What is your clutter trying to tell you?

But before we get into answering that, let’s take a look at some of the reasons why you might have clutter to begin with.

Clutter usually starts when there is a significant life change. Examples may include a health setback, a death, loss of a relationship, a change in career, financial burden, and so on.

These life changes can impact a person and can trigger a range of emotions such as feeling anxious, depressed, sad, angry, frustrated, overwhelmed, stressed, etc.

Over time, if we do not deal with our emotions, they can activate a cycle of hopelessness and feeling stuck in life, all of which lead to a breakdown of the human spirit.

When the human spirit is compromised, it is only natural that inward feelings will be expressed outwardly, which we refer to as manifesting. For some, this outward manifestation means clutter.

Now, if we go back to the original question—What is your clutter trying to tell you?—and follow the trail of your clutter’s origin, the answer becomes more obvious. Perhaps there are some unresolved emotions and frustrations in your life that you haven’t dealt with. Take a close look at your life and the places where a life change may be manifesting as clutter.

Everyone’s clutter signifies something different. It’s important to understand how yours originated so you can begin to recognize some of the unresolved areas in your life that still need healing.

Healing your past pains is a crucial part of creating a life of joy and peace now. And once you can break out of your cycle of pain, anger, or hopelessness, you may find it becomes easier to reassess your clutter and see it for what it truly is.

Why I Don’t Mess Around With Clutter

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If you don’t know this yet about me, I do something very well. 

I help women de-clutter their lives.  It’s pretty much that in a nut shell.

The fact is, clutter is messy.  And when you’re all cluttered up you need help.  And not just any help.  You need an expert.

Now, you may want to know all the little juicy details about me if you’re unfamiliar, but I can assure you, if you’re feeling like your mind is about to implode and your manifesting outwardly with clutter, what you really need is someone to help you turn your life around quickly.

I have enough knowledge and experience to tell you that if you ignore your clutter there will be a pretty price to pay.  That’s why I don’t mess around when it comes to getting you clutter-free. That’s why you want me as your Clutter Coach.

I’m going to be teaching a new course.  If you have clutter, it might be a really good idea you attend.  It’s called Clutter & Beyond; how to break the cycle of clutter and recharge your life with purpose and passion.

It’s FREE.  You can grab your seat here.


I’m Teaching A New Class – You In?

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I’m teaching a FREE clutter class on Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

My last free class was PACKED.  And so much fun.  This one is even better.  You should come.

It’s called Clutter & Beyond; how to break the cycle of clutter and recharge your life with purpose and passion.

I’m going to show you how to move from the unbearable weight of clutter to a life of freedom.

Yes, yes it’s true.  There is a life after clutter and the world is waiting for you to show up.  (I explain more in the video once you click the reserve link)

I hope you’ll consider it.  Click here to reserve your seat in the classroom.

3 Strategies That Can Help You Get Organized

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3 Strategies That Can Help You Get Organized

There are three strategies that can make your organizing efforts more successful. 

It begins with taking a look at organizing from a psychological, social and tactical aspect. 

Here’s a quick intro to get you started:

Psychological
It’s extremely important that mentally you start out with a positive outlook and you maintain that throughout.  Feeding your mind healthy thoughts is good for the brain and helps sustain your motivation.  Using your mind to envision your outcome is also important by staying focused on the “outcome.”

Social
We are humans and we’re not designed to do things alone.  Having a support system is critical to your well-being.  A mentor, friend, coach, peer, someone that you can openly and honestly talk to and receive feedback and pointers from is the key to following through.

Tactical
Having an organizing plan that you can execute with confidence can make a huge difference with how you manage your time. Make sure you understand how to declutter, sort and organize in the most efficient manner.

All three strategies play an important role separately and collectively. Through the process of getting organized you may find yourself bouncing from one to the other for strength. endurance and stability.  ​

Remember, organizing can be something you just “do” or it can be a lifestyle.  It all depends upon how you choose to look at it.

The Real Reason People Crave Organization

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The Real Reason People Crave Organization

During one of my workshops, I asked the students to write down the reasons why it is so important for them to be organized. 

Most of the answers were the same…

  • I want to be able to find my things
  • I don’t want to be late for appointments
  • I would like to have guests over to entertain

Then I asked them to write down the reasons why it is so important for them to find their things, not be late for appointments and have guests over.

And then something interesting happened…

Just about every student sat there with a vacant look on their face, similar to a deer in headlights stare.

You see, on the surface, people can generally express why they want to be organized, but when you ask them to get in touch with it on a deeper level, they find it rather difficult to articulate their feelings.

The truth of the matter is, people want to be more organized because they crave something much deeper.  More meaningful.

The challenge is getting them to unleash the frustration, overwhelm and stress they have suppressed from playing hide-and-seek and cringing from embarrassment because they missed a deadline, showed up late or have to tell another fib about why they can’t have company over.

I have found in my 20+ some years of being in practice, that until a person can get in touch with the root cause of their clutter the cycle will continue.  It is the reason why I created Coaching Through The Clutter; Mindful Tools for Organized Living.  It is a coaching program that helps people not just release their clutter but also become more consciously aware so they can begin to make healthier choices in their life.

If you would like to learn more about this coaching program and how it can serve you, then I would love to connect with you.  Simply click HERE to schedule a FREE call with me.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Generating Good Luck

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Generating Good Luck!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

It’s the day where people all around the world get dressed up in green, meet up with good friends, and celebrate the day and night with good luck charms by their side.

It really is great fun!

I have this picture of my Mom when she was a little girl standing in front of a thatched cottage in Ireland where she was born.   Perhaps that’s where my love of cottages began. In any event, I love it so much, I think of it as my “good luck charm.” 

But, the day also reminds me of how many people out there rely on sheer luck to get through their clutter.  Although I am a big fan of the luck of the Irish, it does take a little bit more than that to get your “stuff” in order.

I have a 3 step process that just might produce a little luck if you’re ready to put a little muscle behind it.

Here’s how it works:

Step 1:  Assess the clutter
Go through every area of your home.  Room by room.  Then on a scale from 1-10, (10 being the highest amount of clutter) rate your clutter accordingly. This way you have an accurate picture of what’s happening and you’re facing your clutter challenges.

Step 2: Choose the clutter
Based on your rating, select an area where you would like to begin. Depending upon your level of energy and/or how much the clutter is affecting you, you can either dive right into the most cluttered area or start with the smaller amount.

Step 3:  Prioritize the clutter
Show up like you mean it!  Figure out how much time you think it’s going to take you to tackle the clutter in each area and then schedule it.  Put it on your calendar, planner, to-do list, whatever it takes to remind you that you are taking this serious.

Do this consistently and you’ll generate your own good luck for clutter-free living.

Again, here’s wishing you a great St. Patty’s Day!  Go green!

Need A Little Magic In Your Life?

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Are you familiar with the folk tale of Aladdin (the Disney movie from 1992) where he rubs a  magic lamp and a genie appears and grants him 3 wishes?

It’s one of my favorite stories.

I sometimes wonder if I was granted 3 wishes like Aladdin, what I would choose and how my life would change.

So I make a little game out of it.  I think really hard about the 3 wishes I would like.  Then I try to figure out if I can turn those wishes into achievable goals.

It’s pretty interesting how this little game reveals some really big stuff.

I encourage you to try it.

Lately I’ve been thinking about how I can help make some of your wishes come true and turn them into achievable goals.

With Spring right around the corner, tidying up and getting organized I’m thinking might just be one of them.

If that’s the case, head on over HERE and see how I’ve created some magic just for you!