Organizing Challenges and Hurdles

Organizing Challenges and Hurdles By: Janet L. Hall By choice or happenstance you have become disorganized. Life seems to be spinning out of control, and until you make the choice to take some action things will only remain the same and probably get worse. Do organizing challenges and hurdles stand between you and the life, office, or home you would like to have? With every drawer, cabinet, closet, desk, office, and room you attempt to organize you might be faced with hurdles: >>What to keep >>What to toss >>Where to store items >>What to let go of >>How to let go of your stuff >>Where or who might need or benefit from stuff that's STILL USABLE. However, each HURDLE you overcome and each area you clear will make you stronger AND get you closer to having a less chaotic life. Maybe you've tried on your own to declutter but couldn't get over the feelings of discomfort, or pain you might have had to face. Maybe your obstacles are deeper inside you; emotional baggage one of my clients calls it. While dealing with all your stuff your feelings or thoughts might be upsetting to you as you sort, toss, and organize. You might feel anxious or stressed out, or unable to make decisions. You might not LIKE to face all your clutter. Sir George Bernard Shaw said, "Never mind likes and dislikes; they are of no consequences. Just do what must be done. This may not be happiness, but it is greatness." What feelings or thoughts start bubbling to the surface when you attempt to organize? Write them down, or email me. Would you agree that choosing to be and being organized would bring a POSITIVE change in your life? Why not make a choice today towards positive change, and start taking control of your life? Positive change can be difficult; sticking to a schedule or routine can be demanding, and you might find you'll have to "give up something" to obtain your organizing goals. Go ahead, challenge yourself and make a new choice today, I dare you. You must apply and make a special effort to your challenges. Can you make a special effort to give up for an hour or a day of watching television, reading, or surfing the Internet to work on getting control of your life? What can you give up? Write it down and ask someone to hold you accountable. What can you give up for a week or a weekend? Write it down and ask someone to hold you accountable. What are YOU willing to do to make a positive change in your life and your future? Oh, I can hear you now! I see you