The See Your Way Clear Blog
What’s in Your Medicine Cabinet?
Do you remember the ad campaign For Capital One with Jennifer Garner when she asks, “What’s in your wallet?” Substitute MEDICINE CABINET for wallet and that’s my question for you in this week’s organizing tip: What’s in Your Medicine Cabinet? I am home with the flu...
It’s GO (Get Organized) Month!
January is GO Month in my industry (Get Organized Month). How many of you have a resolution in the new year to organize your home/office/time? You are not alone! Here in the northeast the subzero temperatures and bomb cyclone set the perfect stage for hibernating and...
Holiday Photos
With the holiday season in full swing, I know you are capturing tons of memories with your cameras! That is great....or is it? When digital photos languish on your phone or computer and no one sees them or enjoys them, what is the purpose of taking them? Trust me,...
I Don’t Have Time vs. It’s Not A Priority
“Instead of saying “I don’t have time” try saying “it’s not a priority,” and see how that feels. Often, that’s a perfectly adequate explanation. I have time to iron my sheets, I just don’t want to. But other things are harder. Try it: “I’m not going to edit your...
Cell Phone Recycling
Recycling is near and dear to my heart. When I was an elementary school teacher one of the morning rituals I did with my third graders was to read a recycling tip and discuss how we could incorporate the suggestion into our daily lives. I loved the conversations we...
‘Tis the season to give CLUTTER…fa la la la la la la la DON’T!
I have an IMPORTANT MESSAGE for you!! The pressure to purchase holiday gifts is upon us and the shopping temptations are endless. Black Friday has come and gone and so has Small Business Saturday. I believe today is Cyber Sunday and tomorrow is bound to be Migraine...
What Are You Thankful For?
Life can be stressful. Life can feel challenging. Seeking balance is ongoing and some days are better than others. Acknowledging difficulties is important, and a critical step to effecting change. Yet, recognizing gratitude, even in small ways, is valuable. It...
Have you read this in the news? Death Cleaning, The Museum of You…, I Could Live Simpler….
Lately, there have been several thought-provoking articles in major publications about home organization. I am fortunate to have astute relatives and clients who immediately send me links or have articles waiting for me at appointments! Below are links to three recent...
Turning Back The Clock is a Helpful Trigger
Today we turned back the clocks. I don't like when it gets dark at 4:30 PM, but at least for this morning I did enjoy the extra hour of rest! An annual event like turning back the clock is a helpful trigger to do an annual task, such as changing the batteries in your...
Who would want my junk?
Don’t misinterpret my advice and hold on to things because they might be valuable some day. Instead, if you have an item in your home that you neither need nor want and it is taking up space in your home, give it away (or sell it) because you never know who else will use it and enjoy it.
