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Planning Does Not Take Away Your Creativity and Spontaneity!
by Stephanie Dickison on Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 | 2 comments
A lot of people I know that are living completely scattered lives refuse to write things down and plan things out. The fear is that it takes away from their creativity and spontaneity and that if something changes, then they’ve got to work to change it (read: make a mess in their appointment book, etc.). The problem ... [read more] -
5 Simple Ways to Get Organized Right Now!
by Stephanie Dickison on Tuesday, January 5th, 2010 | 2 comments
The prospect of “getting organized” can seem overwhelming. After all, there is so much to do now that it’s the new year. But it really only takes a few small steps to starting the process. And it’s much easier than you think. All it takes is putting a few quick systems in place, and boom! You’ll finally ... [read more] -
Get Inspired by a New Beginning!
by Stephanie Dickison on Monday, December 28th, 2009 | 2 comments
The coming of a new year means renewal and rejuvenation for many people. It is perhaps the only time of year where most everyone winds down and takes a few days off to spend with family and friends. The end of the year brings upon reflection about the past 12 months – how did you do, were ... [read more] -
Don’t Try to Live Up to Magazine Pictures of What “Uncluttered” Looks Like
by Stephanie Dickison on Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 | No Comments
I know a woman who never has people over because I suspect, she likes to keep her house pristine. She has revealed as much in conversations with me. And despite being a writer, she never has more than her laptop and a pad of paper on her desk. Never. First, I should clarify, she lives on her ... [read more] -
Ditch Perfectionism, That Double-Edge Sword
by Sarah on Monday, November 16th, 2009 | 1 comment
Perfectionism is a real double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can drive you to achieve exceptional things, even in the face of obstacles. Michelangelo’s perfectionism, for example, gave us masterpieces that will be enjoyed for centuries. On the other hand, when run amok, it can be a huge productivity killer, leading ... [read more] -
Organizing a Thanksgiving Feast When Time & Money Are Short
by Sarah on Monday, November 2nd, 2009 | 2 comments
Even if money and time are tight, you can have a wonderfully rich and full Thanksgiving. All it takes is a little organization and some willingness to let go of the need to do everything. Sarah on “Never Look a Gift Horse in the Mouth” “My mom is an incredible entertainer. She can cook ... [read more] -
Ditching the Devil on Your Shoulder: Perfectionism
by Sarah on Monday, October 26th, 2009 | 6 comments
Despite our ravenous appetite for organizational products, news articles and TV shows, very few people feel that they're effectively staying on top of the chaos. In a recent survey commissioned by Buttoned Up, we learned that over two thirds of women worried that they were not organized enough. Nearly as many indicated that they were ... [read more]
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