Put the Word Organized Back into your Life!
There are all kinds of smaller and clever ways to organize your existence. If you are the type that just can never seem to get much done, and when you do something, it never seems to be good enough, then you need to be better organized. Here is how:
Do you sometimes feel that life is just plain crazy?
Try as you will, you just cannot always seem to get much done. Perhaps you are speeding along at the blink of an eye. You need to slow down.
We all move along about ten times faster than we should be. We all must balance things such as work, family, and friends. This can be demanding. If you want to have time to do the things you enjoy, organizing yourself is the KEY!
Here are some timesaving tips to help you get, and stay, organized.
1. Use a day planner. These books used to be used only by the big CEO's, or the school academic nut. Not so today! Look around for a bit before selecting one you like best. Make sure it suits your every need. You will find day planners in all materials and sizes. Your planner will help you effectively lay out your day on paper, so you know where you are going and what you are doing. These days, planners come complete with money pouches, checkbook holders and computer disk carriers, so shopping around is definitely a good idea!
2. Use a family planner. Yes, buy another planner for your entire family. This way, everyone in the family knows what everyone else is up to and when. You can plan much better this way. Consider buying those dry-erase boards available in most office stores. Mom can put her important luncheons on there, dad can put his coaching meetings, and the kids can put their after-school events on it. Place it up in a convenient location, which might be the refrigerator or somewhere in a high-traffic area.
3. Learn to just say "no." You are only one person, after all and you cannot do it all! Exercise your stress management techniques by saying "no" occasionally when you are asked to do things that are of little priority to you.
4. Take time to enjoy yourself. What makes you the happiest? Spending time with your children? Going out to the movies? Indulging at the spa? Attending sports or shows? Take a minute to think of what you love to do most and then get out there and do it all! Schedule some "me time" in that great new planner you have bought and treat it like an appointment with self! Although doing something such as gardening may sound like a bit of a chore, if you find it relaxing, pencil it in. Everything has a time of its own so make time for yourself.
5. Take time to do a good clean up. When was the last time you organized that junk drawer, or sorted through your fridge? Is it time to catch up? At the same time buy some new hooks and organize your purse and keys. When you walk in the door, they should be placed right there ready for next time. Chances are, you might be spending valuable time getting frustrated over missing items. Make sure everything is located easily with a place for everything. That way, you will know where to look next time. Perhaps invest in some organizers. They sure are worth while when you find your life just that much more organized. Sure beats searching around for hours to find your keys!
6. Establish a good routine. Keep writing in your planner daily and keep scheduling time for yourself. Throw in the occasional "no." and get into a good routine. Stick with your new routine and you will find you will be happier and with much less stress.
You too can live an ordered life. Life really does not have to be a mess. Take a few steps to ensure that it is not and you will have time for the things that really matter to you most. You will have all the time you want for family, friends, work and more, and best of all, you will be sane. The number one benefit to being better organized is being sane!
Make no excuses.
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all work great * Set up proven, effective, easy-to-use organizing systems to de-clutter the mind * Use standardized methods for handling paper, workload, and daily activities * They help you change a disorganized environment (Reorganize storage, home or office layout, clean out the "clutter") * They help change behaviors that cause disorganization (Procrastinating, failing to plan ahead, and accumulating "excess stuff") * They monitor and encourage your ongoing progress (Offer follow-up visits, phone calls, coaching, and homework" assignments) * They teach organizing techniques -- also keep clients motivated and focused * They wear many hats -- educator, resource, coach, and cheerleader, project manager Take Control of Chronic Disorganization Jerri felt trapped by the contents of her home and desperate to change a situation that was paralyzing her life.
You need to rent a room or extra storage facility just to accommodate your things. Take a close look at your daily routine, examine your findings and come up with a plan. Live with purpose and intention and get more done. Creating an organized life at home works in the same fashion at your place of employment. Just write them down on your list as those who require an attitude adjustment and then save that chore for next time.
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