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Honoring Caregivers This Holiday Season

Post category:Personal Finance
Post last modified:October 25, 2023

Family Caregivers are all unique individuals. Some caregivers live with the person they care for 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Other caregivers provide supportive care. The individual whose care they manage may live in their own home or a facility and require assistance from family members. These caretakers are frequently still employed and may have children at home. They are popularly known as the Sandwich Generation. Regardless of the sort of family caregiver you are, your…

Fall Goals Check In

Post category:Organizing & Productivity
Post last modified:April 25, 2023

Did you know September is National Self-Improvement Month? With summer winding down and the kids heading back to school, it’s the perfect time to check in and see how your goals for the year are coming. Many people use SMART Goals to set themselves up for success during the year. We showed you how here. But, even with that approach, it’s possible to “fall off the wagon” and “fail” at your goals. If that’s happened to you, here’s how…

6 Reasons You Need a Monthly Planner Today

Post category:Time Management
Post last modified:September 12, 2023

Ever wonder why 'get organized' is a staple on so many New Year's resolution lists each January? It's because starting the year with a sense of order sets the tone for success and well-being in the months to come. And what's the secret weapon for achieving this sought-after organization? A reliable planner. While this dynamic duo may not be as famous as other pairings, their impact on your daily life is nothing short of transformative. Despite the best of…

Get Your Mind Organized

Post category:Organizing & Productivity
Post last modified:August 31, 2023

They say an organized room signifies an organized mind, and vice versa. So, if your resolutions for the year include getting more organized, you may want to start with your brain. These ten items are the perfect place to start! Keep Written Lists Remembering a lot of things, whether a grocery list, task list, or anything else, takes up valuable resources in your brain. And, though you may not be aware of it, trying to keep it all in…

Organize Your Life with Planners

Post category:Organizing & Productivity
Post last modified:February 22, 2024

Productivity and organization are closely linked. The more organized you are, the more productive you'll be. And planners are an excellent way to stay organized. You can choose from paper planners, digital planners, or a combination. Keep reading and organize your life with planners. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something we have recommended. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Thank…