Have an easier life by getting organized

You might not think that it’s a big deal to occasionally have a little bit of clutter here and there. But it is. Clutter is a sign that you are unorganized and most importantly, it robs you of having an easier life. Living with clutter is a habit you’ve created just like justifying or making excuses that you are too busy.

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Doesn’t Everyone Have Clutter?

And here is one of life’s great mysteries. Have you ever noticed that the same family and friends that seem to be the most productive and they always have time to spare for you, are the ones who are the tidiest?

If that’s not you, it may feel like you never have the time to tidy up. Especially if you are also picking up after family members, too. By the time you realize that guests are coming over and your house is a hot mess, it’s so overwhelming that everything gets dumped in a closet. Or is that just me?

Clutter has a way of sneaking up on you. Slowly it accumulates in corners of rooms and on top of flat surfaces. Those piles of clutter can be really stressful. It can really affect your quality of life in a negative way.

Can you relate?

But there is hope. The simple solution to being disorganized? Get organized! I can hear you saying it now, “If it were that easy, I would have done it already!”

I didn’t say the solution was easy. But if you make an effort to take control of the clutter you can cut down on the stress and feel more together. This happens by creating better habits for you and your family.

Being organized isn’t about getting rid of everything you own or trying to become a different person, it’s about living the way you want to live, but better

Tips to an Easier Life

Home decluttering

A messy house can create a big energy drain on everyone. Finding a home for everything and getting rid of items you no longer use is important. There is an amazing book that has helped thousands of people declutter their homes and regain order. It is the original book about decluttering and clearly, it is still the best. If you are interested in checking it out, it’s called Declutter Fast – How To Get Your Home in Order Almost Immediately!

You can say “NO”

One of the keys to getting organized is to set boundaries. These can be for yourself and others. Knowing that you have limits on your time, commitments, and even the stuff around you can help give you an easier life. You don’t have to have “yes” as an auto-response to every request that comes your way. Just letting someone know that you will think about it and get back to them is an okay answer, too. That way, if you are the type of person who has a hard time saying “no”. This helps by letting them down more gently. And it also gives you time to make sure that the request fits in with your priorities and your schedule.

Plan ahead

Start thinking about your day before it even arrives. Plan out scheduled activities and make a list of what you need to get done. Taking a few minutes at the end of each day to look forward to tomorrow will help you feel more in control and a lot more relaxed. You can really see an easier life forming when you have a plan in place.

Be proactive

Knowing the things that cause you to stress out (your stressors) can really help you be more organized and create that easier life you are looking for. Because if you can identify those stressors you can come up with a plan to deal with them as they arise. That way you are not caught off guard and end up stressed out. And this is a great way to keep “Mama Bear” from making an appearance

The Benefits of Getting Organized to Achieve an Easier Life

Getting more organized will help you feel more in control of your life. You won’t have that fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants weight on your shoulders anymore. And you will be able to make calm, rational decisions when problems do pop up.

I have a few other benefits to share with you:

Creating systems through organizing can help to clear your mind. It also gives you more energy to do the things that need to get done instead of procrastinating.
Getting organized frees up time in your schedule so that you can do more of what you want to do.
You will begin to see progress and even achieve some of the goals that you set for yourself.
It helps you to be more productive. This allows you to focus on your priorities and projects that are important to you allowing you to grow in those areas of your life.

You don’t have to put in a lot of effort to see big results and achieve an easier life. Because little by little you can save time, reduce stress, and regain joy in your home, family, and even your life. The hardest part is just starting. Leave a comment below with any questions or suggestions you might have and don’t forget to share this with anyone who may find it useful.

Heather Stephens

Regular Contributor

I am a wife and mother who has been following God most of my life. I am here to bring strength & joy to women so that they can care for their homes & families the way God intended.

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