Normally I love a four day weekend but this Easter break I found myself reverting back to old behaviours I thought I’d left behind. It took me a bit to recognise it and come out of it. Here’s what I learned: Planning time out is a must – otherwise the whole point of guilt-free time out is … [Read more...]
Do you ever look at how far you’ve come? Or are you so focused on what you haven’t done yet that you can’t even see how far you’ve come? Far too often I’m guilty of not seeing the good things I’ve done and when I’m in that frame of mind I see only the mistakes I’ve made and, in that frame of mind … [Read more...]
This week, in part 3 of my series on procrastination, I look at the hidden (and not so hidden) costs of procrastination. It seems the more I procrastinate the worse things get: Stress - I know it has to be done and the closer the deadline the more stressed I get. The distractions can also add … [Read more...]
This week I've been working with a client who has taken the opportunity to use her recovery time to sort out her husband's office. She does this every year! Part of the de-clutter process is maintenance and routine clean outs. Spring clean. There is a natural energy with this activity and spring … [Read more...]
I've had a bit of fun with this one today! I wonder how my children remember these! These are the 7 things that my children heard growing up that I still live by to simplify life: 1. It's not much; it's just the way it's spread. Stack things into manageable piles then deal with one pile at a … [Read more...]
How do you know when YOU have a problem with clutter? Friends and family may tell you that you have a problem but if you're okay with it then you may not have a problem at all. Clutter can be defined as: Things you do not use or love Things which are untidy or disorganised Too many … [Read more...]
This week marks the 10th anniversary of having reached my Weight Watchers goal. Since then my life has changed a number of times. Each stage is another opportunity for creative food ideas and other forms of exercise to enjoy. Here are some of the changes and what worked for me. Single - Even … [Read more...]