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.
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If you have questions about how to declutter your life and want to know what is the best way to organize your home and office, I have great news for you!
This Sunday evening, April 14, 2019 @ 7:00pm et – I will be hosting another “Ask The Organizer” FREE tel-conference.
Simply call into the below phone number, enter your pin # and you can get all your questions answered. I suggest you make a list of all the pressing things you want to take care of so I can help you cross them off and get into action!
Here’s the info:
Phone: 1-605-562-0400
Pin Code: 954 5600
Oh, I expect the line to fill up, so the early bird catches the worm here… 🙂
Talk to you soon!
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I’m often asked, “What is the secret to being organized?”
I have deep empathy for people who struggle with clutter and disorganization – because I have witnessed the pain they go through.
Just this morning I was talking to one of my students about how her life has changed since she got organized – simply because she was able to say “Yes.”
Here’s what I mean by that –
I’m sure you can relate to getting all fired up about something, and then talking yourself out of it with all the reasons why it isn’t possible and why it won’t work out for you.
Well, I’m here to tell you for certain, the ONLY reason things don’t work out for you is that you keep finding all the reasons to say “no”, rather than all the reasons to say “yes.”
Because my client said “YES,” she’s now able to –
Invite people over to her home without worrying about being embarrassed by clutter
Find her things without always feeling like she’s on a scavenger hunt
Feels more peaceful and relaxed in her home which helps her sleep better at night
Experiences more joy and happiness throughout her day
When you can muster up the courage to say “yes” you’ll see yourself making similar progress.
I want to encourage you to think of what it is you’ve been really wanting, and then say “yes.” You’ll feel a shift inside you immediately.
And then, continue saying “yes” as you take each and every step until you find yourself living your best life – organized and all!
If you want my help on how to get started – all the details are here!
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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!
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The unbearable heaviness of clutter remains heavy on my heart.
I have witnessed countless women suffer from the unbearable heaviness of clutter.
Their suffering remains heavy on my heart…
Until the day arrives when they are set free from the clutter.
Unfortunately, many women procrastinate a very long time before they finally take action. The latest research gives us a little insight into why…
“A recent study published in Current Psychology, found a substantial link between procrastination and clutter problems. Procrastination is closely tied to clutter, because sorting through and tossing items is a task that many people find unpleasant and avoid. It takes time to file away important papers or sort through a dining room table buried under books.”
Stress is also a huge problem with clutter. We know that stress is inflammatory and causes problems with the immune system. Clutter and stress are a toxic combination.
Research shows that there is a “growing body of evidence that clutter can negatively impact mental well-being, particularly among women. Clutter can also induce a physiological response, including increased levels of cortisol, a stress hormone.” I can give you countless reasons why I advocate for women to get organized…all of them lead to a healthier life.
Check out this article from The New York Times – you’ll see what I mean.
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Health and wellness touch each of us differently. This is one person’s story.
From early fall through the coldest months of the year, I’ve learned to expect (and manage) my seasonal affective disorder (SAD). As someone who also lives with an anxiety disorder and identifies as a highly sensitive person (HSP), I tend to look for the things I can control in my world.
Every August, without fail, I sit down to write my “winter prep list,” in which I check off areas of my home that need organizing and decluttering. Usually by November, my old coats have been donated, the floors have been scrubbed, and everything feels as if it’s in its proper place.
One of my first lines of defense in the battle against mental health challenges has always been to get organized. I’m preparing for those tough days when I won’t be able to lift a mop, let alone put a plate in the dishwasher.
It turns out my thinking is rooted in scientific studies that show organization is an effective tool to achieve a healthier life, both mentally and physically.
One study found that the physical act of tidying up one’s house can make a person more active and healthier overall.
Many professional organizers sing the praises of improving one’s mental health through organizing, including Patricia Diesel, an organizing expert, clutter coach, and the creator of a program called Mindful Tools for Organized Living.
As a certified chronic disorganization specialist and a hoarding specialist, Diesel has witnessed the power of organization in people’s lives.
“Addressing the emotional and mental components of clutter is critical to the underlying cause. I believe that clutter is an outward manifestation that mirrors the body and mind on overwhelm,” she explains.
5 small ways to organize for your mental health
If you’re in the throes of depression or healing from a panic attack, the thought of cleaning can certainly be overwhelming. But I also know clutter tends to make me descend even further into a negative mood. So, I’ve discovered my own ways to tackle organization without letting it tackle me.
Here are five ways to muddle through the clutter, even on your most challenging mental health days.
1. Throw perfection out the window
Even when I’ve been at my lowest, I’d often put pressure on myself to make things look “perfect.”
I’ve since learned perfection and mental health conditions tend to be in direct opposition of one another. The healthier route is to accept that my house may not look flawless during the winter months. If things are generally organized, I can accept the wayward dust bunny that may cross my path.
Diesel agrees with this approach as well.
“Organizing is not about perfection,” she says. “It’s about a quality of life standard. Everyone’s standards are different. As long as the organized environment is in alignment with those standards and it is not infringing upon a quality of life that is obstructing or detrimental to that person’s life, then usually a person will find acceptance and peace from that.”
Let go of your idea of “perfect,” and instead aim for a level of organization that doesn’t hurt your quality of life.
2. Break everything down into bite-sized pieces
Since overwhelm is a big deal to those who wrestle with mental health disorders, like anxiety, Diesel recommends breaking up an organization project into palatable pieces.
“I help people look at the overall project that needs to get done… then we break it down into different categories. Then we rate the priority of each category, and begin with the level that reduces the anxiety the most,” she explains.
“The goal is to have the person see the entire project, and then help them see how to accomplish it in a manageable way.”
Diesel recommends devoting 15 to 20 minutes per day to doing things that need to get done, like doing a load of laundry or sorting the mail.
Often, a little effort can reinvigorate the mind and build momentum toward increasing a feeling of motivation. But that’s not always the case if you’re living with a mental health issue. Be kind to yourself if you miss a day or are only able to commit to 10 minutes.
3. Let go of items that don’t serve you
Physical clutter often creates clutter in the mind, especially if that clutter has taken over your life and space. Diesel helps those with hoarding disorders, sharing tips that can benefit non-hoarders as well.
“It’s not so much about getting organized as it is about how to release and part with their things without shame or guilt. Once this is accomplished, the organizing is usually not an issue,” she says.
Diesel emphasizes the importance of considering what makes an item truly “valuable” as opposed to something you think might be valuable based on fear or other emotions.
4. Remove distractions
Being highly sensitive means I have a sensory disorder that can become overloaded very quickly. Loud noises, an abundance of clutter, and a to-do list in plain sight can instantly break my focus and pull me away from whatever project I’m working on.
When I’m getting organized, I make my surroundings as soothing as possible through peace and quiet. I set aside a block of time when I know I won’t be pulled away.
5. Visualize the end result
Out of all my mental health challenges, seasonal depression is the one that wrings me dry of any motivation to clean or get organized. Diesel says that’s because depression can create a mindset that feels defeated. In this case, it’s key to emphasize the final goal.
“I help people see the vision of the end result, and we use additional tools to help that vision come alive, whether it’s with a vision board or through journaling. The overall goal is to help them feel empowered,” she says.
And if all else fails, remember that you can always ask for help if you need it.
“People who suffer with disorganization is the body and mind on overwhelm, so having a support system and mindfulness tools to go to is extremely important for stability. Support is paramount,” Diesel says.
Shelby Deering is a lifestyle writer based in Madison, Wisconsin, with a master’s degree in journalism. She specializes in writing about wellness and for the past 13 years has contributed to national outlets including Prevention, Runner’s World, Well+Good, and more. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her meditating, searching for new organic beauty products, or exploring local trails with her husband and corgi, Ginger.
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A cluttered brain can be filled with many things, ranging from all the things that are on your ‘to do’ list to worrying about how you will be able to complete everything successfully. One area that can predominately clutter up our brain is the constant banter we have with ourselves – our internal dialogue. This private conversation can influence our brains to have negative attitudes and thus, negative outcomes if we feed it negative thoughts.
Take Tammy for instance. She couldn’t understand why her sister’s life was filled with happy, positive things while her life was always a struggle. Her thoughts were, “Nothing good ever happens to me. Why do good things happen to my sis, while I always get the short end of the stick? It just isn’t fair!”
It wasn’t until Tammy started to realize that her sister always has a positive attitude. It doesn’t seem to matter what happens, her sister handles most everything with ease and looks for the good in all situations.
Maybe it’s time Tammy finds out more about healthy thinking. It certainly couldn’t hurt…
Can you identify with Tammy? Or do you fall more into the category of her sister’s mindset? There were certain things that led up to Tammy’s aha moment that helped her transform her thinking. Would you like to learn how she did it? Then, you should grab a copy of my new book, Organically Yours; Open Yourself to a Healthy Vibrant Life Through Clean Living. If you pre-order now, you can receive your copy for only $1.00 plus S&H.
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The day I looked into the mirror and saw a reflection that was not my own was the wake-up call I needed to take total and complete charge of my health and my life.
In my new book, Organically Yours; Open Yourself To A Vibrant Healthy Life Through Clean Living, I share my personal journey back to health and the necessary changes I implemented to get well.
This experience has no doubt has changed my life and I know it can help you too. I will guide you through a comprehensive approach to take charge of your life concentrating on three specific areas; the mind, the body, and the environment.
We all strive for a stress-free life, but without the proper self-care and nourishment, it can seem like it’s almost impossible to achieve. I learned that it is so important to take care of your body as it is the best tool for decluttering your environment and taking control of your thoughts.
I don’t want you to have to wait until a crisis occurs. You can begin healing yourself through clean living today!
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Do you wish you had a Secret Elixir for curing your clutter – so you can live a better life?
I got ya covered! I cracked the clutter code!
I’m about to share with you 3 Secret Elements that will radically change your clutter situation.
If you want to dig yourself out of your clutter rut, implement a tried and true organizing system, and improve the quality of your life immediately … then you’re in for a big treat!
Thursday, February 2nd @ 7:00 PM (ET) I am hosting an on-line event – free of charge – to let you in on the 3 Secrets to Curing Clutter.
All you have to do is register below and the details will follow.
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