The cold, snowy weather of winter in the northeast is the perfect time to work on organizing and decluttering your home. These five winter projects are sure to make your space feel better and keep you occupied during the frightful weather. Out with the Outdoor Wear How many hats, scarves, gloves, mittens, and winter coats do you own? How many of them do you actually wear? Chances are you have quite a few winter wear items you don’t need.…
Since 1991, the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals (NAPO) has used January to kick off a year of organization. In 2005, NAPO declared January as National Get Organized Month and began celebrating the whole month instead of the previously week-long event. In 2017, NAPO highlighted the link between productivity and organization by renaming the event Get Organized & Be Productive (GO) Month. As NAPO members, we help you stay organized year-round. Take a look at some of…
The day after Christmas has become known as National Thank You Note Day. As we’ve discussed, gratitude has many positive benefits, so it’s only appropriate to share gratitude with others after the influx of gifts and good wishes on December 25th. How to Write a Thank You Note With social media and texting ruling our lives, the art of writing a thank you note by hand has been all but lost. But a heartfelt, handwritten thank you is much more…
Do the holidays make you stressed out? Maybe even a little angry? You're not alone! Many people feel that way this time of year. Between family interactions, expectations, and the ridiculous shopping craze, emotional triggers abound! We'll look at five of the most common and share some coping tips. 1. Your Host(ess) Appearance In a world where our ideas of reality come from Pinterest and Instagram, it's easy to put a lot of pressure on yourself to appear a…
Almost everyone knows about the free shipping and streaming services you get as an Amazon Prime subscriber. But there are many more benefits that you might not be taking full advantage of. Whether you're looking to simplify your finances or save more money, these lesser-known Prime perks can make a real difference in your daily life. Disclosure: This blog may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click a link and make a purchase…