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Avoid letting any feelings of anxiety or apprehension get in the way of achieving the organization you seek. Get expert tips and guidance on getting your big organizing project started and finished from the professional organizers at Clutter Corrections.

As we begin the new year, we often reflect on the last twelve months and consider how to improve ourselves and our habits. We tend to actively seek the things that calm, rebuild , enlighten, and inspire us. We also reassess what our immediate and long-term needs are while practicing self-care in doing those things that promote mental and physical well-being. This often means organizing or reorganizing our spaces to ensure that the systems which promote our home and work lives are a good fit for our needs, function smoothly, and operate efficiently.

As clear as the benefits of having an organized space can be, actually understanding how to declutter your homeand doing the work to become organizedcan be another story.  Spaces like a packed garage or a chaotic home office can feel absolutely intimidating. Nevertheless, neither Rome nor your basement was built or organized in a day. 

Here are three tips for getting the jump on (and feeling good) about your big organizing project:

Understand and Hold Fast To Your Reason Why

Whether you’re intent on increased productivity in your home office or want to turn a spare room into a set for your makeup tutorial vlog, establishing what your desired outcome will be is great encouragement for rolling up your sleeves and getting started. 

As you develop your vision for your completed project, consider how you intend to use your space and what items you plan to use most and least within it. Take the time to map out the space in order to give yourself a clear view of what you’re working with and to experiment with different solutions before you commit to your final plan. Once you’ve nailed down your overall strategy, prominently display your space’s map as ongoing motivation. 

Don’t be afraid to ask a professional organizer for help as they can provide valuable insights and expertise in creating an organized layout tailored to your needs. A personal home organizer can also recommend organizing aids and tools that best align with your goals, ensuring a practical and sustainable approach to maintaining an orderly and functional space.

Divide, Conquer and Track Your Progress

Breaking down the big task of reorganizing a space into smaller tasks can enhance manageability, focus, and efficiency while providing a structured approach to getting your project completed. Creating a list of smaller, digestible tasks and checking them off as you complete each one can provide a sense of accomplishment while making the overall undertaking feel much less overwhelming.

As you tick off tasks, take pictures of the progress you’ve made. These images can serve as a visual record of your achievements and act as a valuable tool for measuring success. Comparing pictures from the beginning of your organizing journey to the present can help to showcase the transformation while reinforcing your efforts. Additionally, celebrating the small victories and using the images as a reminder of your efforts’ impact can become a powerful motivator.

 

Adopt an Accountability Partner

Finally, another good way to remain energized about your big organizing project is to team up with a fellow organizer. Similar to having a workout buddy, an accountability partner can provide mutual support, share tips, and exchange insights on organizing projects. Checking in with each other regularly can ensure a sense of camaraderie and help to maintain your momentum.

You can find fellow organizers at the next Tidy and Talk, a virtual organizing session held on the last Wednesday of each month. At these focused sessions, you’ll join others in completing a small organizing project of your choice while gaining invaluable insights on how to tackle and triumph over other organizing projects independently. 

Get Organized Today

The task of organizing can seem daunting, but the benefits are undeniable. With the right motivation and support, you can gain the improved time management, enhanced focus, and boosted creativity an organized space delivers. If you find the process overwhelming, reach out to home organizer service Clutter Corrections for assistance with your next organizing project. 

 

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