How to organize your way
Many times, we organize our homes the way we see organization done on television. But if you’ve ever looked to the gurus for tips on how, exactly, to organize, you may have felt disappointed when your efforts didn’t translate into long-term success.
When your home is organized in a way that’s in alignment with your unique personality, you work less and relax more. That’s why organizing isn’t about having an Instagram-worthy space for a week or two; instead, the end goal is about curating a life that’s easier.
My guest this week is author and podcaster Cassandra Aarssen. Cas is an organizing expert who believes that each of us has a unique organizing style. She argues that when we try to force ourselves into a micro-organizing system like the ones touted by the gurus, it’s similar to squeezing a round peg into a square hole. If we want to learn how to organize for good, we must perhaps embrace a macro mindset.
Here’s a preview of this week’s episode:
[8:30] Why organization in real life doesn’t adhere to a One Size Fits All model
[9:15 ] The 4 different types of clutterbugs (Which one are you?)
[17:40] A definition of container clutter, plus how to effectively organize with baskets and bins
[23:45] Why every entryway needs a home landing strip and an in/out system
 
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