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New York Public Library Clutter Support Group

Monday, August 22nd, 2011

Do you feel overwhelmed by the possessions, paper and piles that have taken over your life and space? Don’t know how or where to start to make changes? You’re not alone.

Facilitated by organizing expert A. J. Miller of MILLER ORGANIZING, The New York Public Library Clutter Support Group is FREE and open to people of all ages with any degree of disorganization. Whether you’ve had a life long struggle with being organized or your problem is more recent; whether you’re just a little overloaded, a hoarder, have ADHD or are living with someone who is one of these, please join us at the Kips Bay Branch (446 Third Avenue @ 31st Street) of The New York Public Library. The group meets on an ongoing basis to address clutter related issues and offer support, information, tips and techniques to combat clutter and become better organized.

For more information, please call the Library at (212) 683-2520 or click here.

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11 great reasons to get organized

Monday, March 21st, 2011

Getting – and staying – organized don’t happen overnight and they aren’t always easy to achieve, but they can be well worth the effort. Almost everyone has his or her own reasons for wanting or needing to get organized. If, however, you fail to see why getting organized is so important, perhaps one, some or all(!) of the reasons on this list will enlighten, inspire and motivate you to bring more order and organization to your life.

11 GREAT REASONS TO GET ORGANIZED

  • Reduce stress – A clean, clutter-free, organized space helps to lower stress and generally improve your health.
  • Save time – You won’t waste valuable minutes or hours searching for lost or misplaced items. You’ll have more time to spend with loved ones or doing things you really want to do.
  • Save money – No more late payment fees. No more purchasing duplicates of items you know you have but can’t locate.
  • Regain your energy – Clutter is a drain on you physically, mentally and emotionally. Clearing it out helps you to regain your vitality and enthusiasm.
  • Increase productivity and efficiency – You’ll meet deadlines, keep appointments and be able to devote more time, attention and energy to the things you really need or want to do.
  • Make money – Sell your clutter and turn it into cash. Save or spend it on something you truly want or need. At work, you’ll do your job better if you’re organized and will be more likely to get a promotion.
  • Be a good influence – Children learn what they live. Set a positive example by modeling good organization for them and you’ll impart a valuable life skill.
  • Be proud – A clutter-free space is something to be proud of so invite people over. Share it with them and enjoy!
  • Increase your self-confidence – You’ll feel better about yourself because you’re able to function at a high level.
  • Eat better – Planning meals and grocery shopping are easier when you’re organized. Cooking is more enjoyable – and more likely to happen – in an organized kitchen.
  • Safety – Removing unneeded and potentially dangerous items will help to create a safer environment for everyone using the space: yourself, a child or other loved ones, a person of limited mobility, a pet or a co-worker.

As you can see, the benefits of living an orderly life are many. Get organized now and experience them for yourself!

 

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Is it time to sharpen your ax?

Friday, December 31st, 2010

If the axe is dull, and one does not sharpen the edge, then he must use more strength; But wisdom brings success. - Ecclesiastes 10:10 NKJV

There once was a woodsman who had a new ax. He was able to fell many trees the first day. With each day that passed, however, the number of trees he was able to fell grew fewer and fewer. His wife watched him work longer and harder yet achieve less and less each day so she suggested that he stop and sharpen his ax.

“I have trees to fell!” replied the woodsman. “I don’t have time to stop!”

The lesson here? Working harder and longer will not necessarily make you more productive or help you to find more time.

Want to be more productive so you can reach your goals and fulfill your dreams? Get organized so you work smarter not harder!

Want to find more time? Get organized so you waste less time!

And speaking of goals…as 2010 draws to a close, it’s the perfect time to evaluate which goals you have accomplished this year and which ones you still want to work on in 2011. It’s also a good time to let go of projects, commitments or relationships that are not adding value to your life so you can head into the new year with a lighter load.

May good health, happiness that multiplies, peace of mind, prosperity and the joy of living organized be yours throughout the New Year and beyond.

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