Organization means something different to everyone; essentially what matters is that the space to live and work in feels good and fosters a feeling of rejuvenation. Our home should be our safe place to land at the end of our day; however, at the pace of life today we tend to get too busy to create the order in our home that could help us relax.

Here are a few tips to help:

1. Schedule – whether it’s on a poster board or family calendar, write down what you’re doing and what needs to be done along with it (e.g. laundry, trash, bill pay, activities, and appointments). This can shine a light on an overscheduled life and allow for some “No’s” here and there. It is ok to say “we are not available”. You don’t have to say why.

2. NO CLUTTER ZONE – have at least one place in the house that is clutter free; bathroom, back patio, master bedroom or any other room. If you have a place to go when you are overwhelmed you can benefit greatly by being still and quiet if even for 3 minutes.

3. Get help – get your family on board with projects big and small. In 15 minutes a family team can tackle a drawer, a closet or the car. Set the time and get ‘er done. If family isn’t the solution enlist a friend to help keep you on track and reach your goal.

4. Simplify – Look at your life; physical, mental, spiritual, relationships – everything and decide what you can let go of. Think about the things that weigh you down, feel into what steals your energy, pay attention to people who take without giving and decide if it all still works for you.
Be willing to see that you have created the life you have. Is it working for you or are you ready to shift how you live.

Kelli Wilson is the author of The Clutter Breakthrough – Your Five-Step Solution to Freedom from Clutter Forever. She is a professional speaker and Clutter Breakthrough expert.