A Summer Invitation to Create Joy As June wraps up, we’re closing out Adventure Month in KonMari Club—and one powerful truth has come into focus: Adventure isn’t something we wait for. It’s something we create. It doesn’t always look like plane tickets and passport stamps. …
Back in February 2017, I picked up the phone to call a friend who loved Marie Kondo. I was thinking about signing up for the KonMari Consultant Course and wanted her opinion. Her response took me by surprise:“Lisa, I need HELP!” Just like that, I …
Looking to get rid of the clutter and revamp your apartment? Whether you’re looking to declutter your living room, optimize kitchen efficiency, or create a serene bedroom retreat, this ApartmentGuide article that we are featured in offers expert advice to help you achieve a well-organized and harmonious living environment. So, whether you’re renting an apartment in New York, NY, or a townhouse in Philadelphia, PA, join us as we delve into tips and techniques that will transform your apartment into a space that is not only tidy and efficient but also tailored to your lifestyle. Be sure to check out Expert Organizing Tips for Every Room of Your Apartment.
Check out the recent Redfin article we were featured in: Organizing Mistakes: 27 Slip-Ups to Avoid During Your Next Project | Redfin
Organizing is difficult and can be a stressful, time-consuming project. It’s also an essential skill that can increase your physical and emotional health. Chances are, though, that during an organizing project, you made a few mistakes. While it’s natural to feel disappointed or frustrated when mistakes occur, it’s important to recognize them as valuable learning opportunities rather than failures.
So, whether you live in a house in Brentwood, CA, or a Greenville, SC, apartment, these expert-backed tips are sure to make your life easier. Read on for 27 organizing mistakes to avoid during your next decluttering project.
Read the full article here: Organizing Mistakes: 27 Slip-Ups to Avoid During Your Next Project | Redfin
Pay special attention to #21 to take in our contribution. And truly, don’t forget to celebrate your successes (not just when it comes to organizing but in life as well). Celebration helps you build the healthy habits you need to keep your home tidy. If you want to know more about this topic, I encourage you to check out the book Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg.
One of the common organizing mistakes (#14) is forgetting to address emotions. Clutter impacts your stress level. When you reduce clutter, you also reduce stress. Do yourself a favor and tidy up today! As I like to say, tidying is self care.
Review all 27 common organizing mistakes here to ensure success in your next organizing project. If you’re uncertain about how to best approach getting tidy, set up a Complimentary Cut-The-Clutter Consult with us today. You’ll get specific suggestions, customized to you and your individual organizing needs.
I once saw a client who had read The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up years ago. She loved the book, and believed in the Method. She joined KonMari®-themed groups on Facebook and told her friends about the book. Then, she tidied her home… in her head. Thoughts without action got her nowhere. Years went by. And she never got started.
Spring is finally here, and with spring comes Spring Cleaning, or as I prefer “Spring Clearing.” I hope you are inspired clear space for joy and tidy your whole home this spring. An intensive tidying marathon is sure to generate a large volume of discarded items.
An older friend recently came to me for decluttering advice, about how to get rid of unwanted items in her home. The advice I shared with her is the same I will share with you:
Get unwanted items out of your home as quickly as possible.
It’s understandable that you want to find a good home for your items. Believe me, I feel this way as well, but I urge you not to hold on to something because of your desire to pass it to a worthy individual or organization. Please do not allow your discards to sit in a pile on the floor of your home, not being used, and not sparking any joy. I have been guilty of this, and I have had clients guilty of this. Wisely learn from our mistakes, and let go as quickly as possible, releasing the burden of unwanted stuff from your shoulders.
The easiest way to get rid of your unwanted items is to find a charity or thrift store in your area that accepts a wide variety of donations. Do it as soon as possible! I love St. Vincent de Paul as a place to take donations. They accept many different kinds of items, you can drop off most of your discards here in one fell swoop, and they are one of many non-profit organizations who do a lot of good in our community. Woo hoo!!
Believe it or not, even though my tidying marathon is complete, I frequent find more things to donate. My children keep growing and I keep honing what brings me joy. In our home, we have a designated place for storing discards that is out of the way. I get regular emails from Charity Clothing Pickup telling me they will have a truck in my area, and I sign up for a pickup whenever I need one. Then, I put the items on my porch the night before they arrive. It’s super easy!
Here’s a list of places to call to pick up your donations in St. Louis. As always, when you discard items, let them go with gratitude. The recipients of your donations feel grateful for your generosity.
Happy Tidying!
Here I share with you some simple steps to cleanse your home so you can purify your own home with mindful intention. Home Cleansing is especially relevant before moving out, but after completing your tidying event or at year-end are other great times to cleanse your space. I was surprised how fitting this ritual felt to perform and witness! It truly did leave a clear and refreshed feeling, similar to the feeling of tidying your space.
