Reality TV shows have focused new attention on the issue of hoarding. Maybe you’re buried alive, or maybe you just need to empty out that hall closet. Learn what psychiatrists now know about hoarding along with techniques to manage mild tendencies or intervene in more severe cases. Understanding the Facts About Hoarding 1. Recognize hoarding […]

Did you know your home can have a great impact on your frame of mind? For example, dark and ugly rooms can make you feel sad and discouraged. Bright, cheery rooms rejuvenate you. However, there are many things you can do besides painting to brighten your home and lighten your mood.  Try these ideas:  1. […]

Becoming organized has so many benefits. Perhaps the greatest is the ability to turn days filled with chaos into days of focus and effectiveness. Stress has a very negative impact on health. When you’re organized, you’ll no longer worry about all the little things that might be slipping through the cracks. With greater organization, you’ll […]

Clutter messes up more than your living room. When your home and workspaces are in disorder, you’re likely to feel more anxious and depressed. Studies have found that homeowners who say they have too much stuff describe themselves as drained and overwhelmed. They also have a higher level of cortisol and other stress hormones, and […]

Working from home instead of the office means trading in one set of distractions for another. Plus, you need to supervise yourself. How can you stay focused when your kids are bored, and Netflix just added your favorite show?  Remote work has lots of advantages, like greater flexibility and zero commuting time. However, in order […]

There are plenty of benefits to be gained from being organized. It can save you valuable time during the day and will help you save money too, as you will be able to use what you have rather than buying more of what you already own. So what can you do to become more organized […]