The Organized Family: Decluttering Life and Mind

In this enlightening episode, professional organizers and authors Annmarie Brogan and Marie Limpert are back to share their unique approach to organization with Jessi and Erin. As co-owners of Organize Me! of NY, LLC and authors of Beyond Tidy: Declutter Your Mind and Discover the Magic of Organized Living, Annmarie and Marie are experts on blending personalized organizational strategies with positive psychology. Tune in for a crash course in organization that will transform how you think about your space and belongings: 🎯 Explore the eight organizing principles: goal setting, visioning, sorting, deciding, home placement, associations, space management, and task completion 🗑️ Identify and tackle your "for now" clutter 📝 Set SMART goals for your organizing projects 🏠 Create a vision for each space in your home or office 🧠 Develop a growth mindset towards organizing skills Whether you're a busy parent, a professional looking to boost productivity, or simply seeking to declutter your life, this episode offers practical insights and motivational strategies to help you move beyond tidy and create lasting organizational change.  @organizemeNY @beyondtidybook Episode #16, October 2024 For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Resource Guide Episode #16 Time Stamps:   00:00 - Introduction, outlook on organization and writing the book  08:30 - The eight principles identified  10:26 – How to set a manageable goal  14:48 – Establishing clear zones and having a vision for the space   17:55 – Difficulty with finishing the task  20:42 – Types of clutter and prime real estate   30:00 – Success stories  35:00 – Developing organization as a skill