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Let’s do this thing BY gina erickson
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e are all #alonetogether during this time and organization has landed at the top of many to-do lists. Since we are not able to go out and shop for new supplies to organize with, here are a few ideas to get you started with where you are and what you have: Before getting started, here are a few tips to shift your perspective:
Prepare your process 1. Be thankful.
Look around at your belongings and remember how fortunate you are to HAVE all of these belongings!
2. Question yourself.
Focus on practical questions while you are going through items: A. Is it useful? B. Do I use it? C. Have I used it? If any of the answers are ‘no’, ask yourself ‘why not?’ then let that answer determine if it stays or goes.
3. Assess realistically.
For sentimental items ask: A. Is this sentimental? B. How sentimental is this item? C. Imagine life 10 years from now and ask yourself if this item will still serve a purpose? Does it have a story attached to it to pass along to children? Can you envision your family or children using it one day?
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Sort it out
Let’s get started on those spaces in your home! It’s important to start and stay in one area until you’re done. This way, you do not have multiple piles which can become overwhelming quickly.
www.beingbettermagazine.com / Vol 10 . No 2 . 2020
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