Organization is making sense of your environment and your tasks so you have a plan and things function well. It is not just about tangible objects but also digital items, mental space, and so on. In our blog today, let’s discuss 5 simple strategies for organizing your life.
#1: Declutter & Sort Digital Files
Files on computers, digital photos, and digital documents can really add up quickly on your devices. This is another form of clutter. Here are a few tips to organizing your digital life…
- Start by sorting the different files and creating folders for each category.
- Label your folders, such as work documents, personal documents, photos, and taxes.
- Drag each file into the folder it belongs to and label it accordingly.
Having a plan can really help in the long term so you can find what you need when you need it. This will save time and stress in a pinch.
#2: Delete Unused Apps
Dealing with phone apps can be another way to get organized. They typically build up on our phones and continue hanging out and causing clutter, even when we don’t use them anymore. Set aside a few minutes and delete the apps that you no longer need to simplify your screen and free up space.
#3: Assess Your Personal Calendar
Personal calendars can definitely get out of control these days. Assess your schedule each month and try to balance your appointments, responsibilities, and personal/ family desires. Being overbooked can really add to the stress and overwhelm day to day. Learning to say “no” sometimes or spreading out your schedule for a little wiggle room are recommended.
#4: Opt For Paperless Auto-Payments
Paper clutter is usually a big problem, no matter what clients call us for. Opting for paperless billing can cut down on the excess paper coming into your home. Setting up autopay is another tip that will take paying the bills off of your plate. Life is busy, so the easier you can make it on yourself, the better.
#5: Set Strategic Goals
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail” Benjamin Franklin. Goal setting is a huge part of prioritizing what you want and how to accomplish it. It is a plan for self improvement. Start by thinking of areas in your life: work, personal, health, and so on. Come up with 2-3 goals and maybe even a vision of where you want to be in 1 year, 5 years, and beyond. This will give you a sense of accomplishment and a plan.
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See you soon,
Audra
