My, What An Ass — Pet Peeves For The Modern Age
I travel constantly, which means that I’m always coming into contact with strangers (some stranger than others!) The majority of the folks I meet are wonderful — friendly and generous, doing their best...
View ArticleGetting Off The Telemarketing Lists
I recently visited my family — and I was amazed at the completely ridiculous number of telemarketing solicitations they receive during the day. Their phone rings off the hook with calls from all kinds...
View ArticleSimplicity With Kids — Side Efffects Of The Sexual Revolution
A friend of mine is going through a crisis of identity right now — she feels that focusing on her daughter is slowing her climb up the career ladder, but she also worries that putting more time into...
View ArticleTime To Stop Being Such A Doormat
I have spent the week listening to a friend of mine tell me that she has finally had enough of her husband treating her like crap. She's spent literally hours outlining all her many grievances — but to...
View ArticleThe A-To-Z Of Getting Organized: X Is For (e)Xcess
Okay, so I know I'm cheating a little bit on this one — but words starting with the letter “x” are hard to find! And every organizing effort needs to include a determination of how much is too much....
View ArticleTraveling With Children In An RV? Are These People Crazy?
I just recently became acquainted with a couple who downsized into a 20-foot RV (which gives them only 14 feet of living space) with their 10-year-old son. Now I love keeping it small, and I wouldn’t...
View ArticlePutting An End To Telemarketing Harassment
I recently visited my family — and I was amazed at the completely ridiculous number of telemarketing solicitations they receive during the day. Their phone rings off the hook with calls from all kinds...
View ArticleFinding Balance In The Internet Age
I will admit that I’ve become as much of a Facebook and Twitter whore as the next person (maybe even more so, according to some people!) These social networking sites are a great way to stay in touch...
View ArticleSetting A Holiday Budget For Kids’ Gifts
I just learned that, even in this dismal economy, parents are expected to spend an average of $750 per child on holiday gifts this year (and much more for those in the higher tax brackets.) Many of...
View ArticleIs Your Family Wearing You Out?
I have a client who is trying to simplify her life, and she would be succeeding at it beautifully, if it weren’t for her family! Sometimes, it can seem like your housemates are hell-bent on making your...
View ArticleAs Published In Smead Organomics —4 Fundamental Organizing Skills Everyone...
I personally believe that an understanding of proper organizing technique is essential for maintaining a stress-free and productive existence on this planet. We’re taught said skills starting as early...
View ArticleAs Published In Smead Organomics —5 Tips To Get Organized And Reduce Stress
Feeling “stressed” is a common complaint these days — in fact, many people have started to think of stress as an unavoidable part of life. Before we actually get organized let’s stop and think about...
View ArticleAs Published In Smead Organomics —The Hidden Costs of Disorganization
We’ve all heard that it is bad to be disorganized, but do you actually know why? Have you ever calculated the price of disorganization? You might be surprised at some of the ways disorganization costs...
View ArticleAs Published In Smead Organomics —How To Spot Hidden Stress In The Workplace
Stress in the workplace can make you feel overloaded and under supported. However, sometimes you don’t even know what is causing your workplace stress. Something’s not right, but you can’t quite...
View ArticleCould You Go A Month Without The Phone?
Are you addicted to your cell phone? One of those people who carries it with you everywhere, and just HAS to answer the moment it rings (even in the middle of a meal or conversation?) My favorites are...
View ArticleLadies — You Can’t Have It All At Once, So Stop Trying!
A friend of mine is going through a crisis of identity right now — she feels that focusing on her daughter is slowing her climb up the career ladder, but she also worries that putting more time into...
View ArticleThe A-To-Z Of Getting Organized: X Is For (e)Xcess
Okay, so I know I’m cheating a little bit on this one — but words starting with the letter “x” are hard to find! And every organizing effort needs to include a determination of how much is too much....
View ArticleSpoiled Brat Syndrome
I have heard a lot of parenting “experts” tell moms and dads to ignore temper tantrums — to walk away and let the kid scream and cry until he tires himself out. I personally think that this is horrible...
View ArticleTraveling With Children In An RV? Are These People Crazy?
I just recently became acquainted with a couple who downsized into a 20-foot RV (which gives them only 14 feet of living space) with their 10-year-old son. Now I love keeping it small, and I wouldn’t...
View ArticleCould You Go A Month Without The Phone?
Are you addicted to your cell phone? One of those people who carries it with you everywhere, and just HAS to answer the moment it rings (even in the middle of a meal or conversation?) My favorites are...
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