I was happy to recently be interviewed for an article in the Patriot News on the psychology of clutter.
You can read it here. Thank you to my clients for sharing your experiences!

This month, we’re conquering our paper monster, and all those other items that are cluttering our office areas. Whether you have an office, or you store your papers in a corner of your home, we’re tackling this often dreaded area of the home. Here are your 4 missions to work on this month. Consider purchasing the Set Me Free! Filing system to help you file and retrieve your papers quickly.
Office Mission #1: Conquering the Paper Monster:Part 1

Office Mission #2 : Conquering the Paper Monster:Part 2

Office Mission #3: Desk Decluttering

Office Mission #4: Office Wild Card

Happy Organizing!

Colleen

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It’s that time of year again. Time to make resolutions for a better year, a better decade, and a better you. With a new year, and this fresh start, now is the perfect time to focus on your organizing goals.

Adding more order to your life improves the quality of your life. Organization reduces frustration and stress and helps you feel in control. An organized home offers you a retreat and place to share quality time with those you love. Make 2010 the year that you take control of your home instead of letting it take control of you!

All it takes is baby steps. Here are some suggested resolutions:
1. Spend at least 1 hour a week on Set Me Free!’s Monthly Missions.
2. Spend 15 minutes a day on an organizing project of your choice.
3. If you stay at home or work from home, commit to getting yourself dressed and out-the-door ready (and your kids too) by 9 am. Being ready for the day means that you can answer the door for the unexpected guest, or meet up with a friend for a spontaneous playdate or lunchdate. And when you’re dressed you get more accomplished!
4. Clear the clutter! Commit to donating 1 bag of unneeded items each week to the charity of your choice!
5. Only buy items that you have a place for right now!

I encourage you to post YOUR organizing resolution below!