Category Archives: Organizing

Ten Strategies for Organizing Your Writing Life – Part 1

Posted on 05/30/2014 by Joyce

Writing can be a pleasure; it can also be a pain. For inspiration, I’ve featured Henry Ford quotes in this series of blog posts because… “When Henry Ford decided to produce his famous V-8 motor, he chose to build an … Continue reading →

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The First Step in Organizing Mindfully is to…

Posted on 02/21/2014 by Joyce

The first step in organizing mindfully is to connect your heart with your head. Step One: Let go. Simplify. Reduce the Flow in. Ask yourself: Why am I keeping this item? Am I ready to let go? Do I really … Continue reading →

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Organizing Your Goals

Posted on 09/06/2013 by Joyce

To help people with organizing their goals, I frequently ask, “If you could wave a magic wand, what would you like ‘this’ to be like?” “This” refers to whatever you want to improve or change.  If you want to experience … Continue reading →

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The Zen of Organizing

Posted on 08/23/2013 by Joyce

I’m finishing writing the book, The Wilde Woman’s Guide to Organizing in Five Simple Steps. It’s about the Zen of organizing: using mindfulness to stay organized, and tips on compassionate communication. What I’ve seen in the past five years in my … Continue reading →

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Organizing: The Power Lies in Your Response

Posted on 07/26/2013 by Joyce

What have you created in your life? What do you want to create in your life? Are you organizing yourself around those activities and events? The power in organizing what you want lies in your response to life events. There is … Continue reading →

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Staying Positive While Organizing Through a Transition

Posted on 07/12/2013 by Joyce

“How do you do a don’t?” the young child of an acquaintance recently asked. I like this question. It relates to the work I do, helping people stay positive while organizing through a transition. I also found it to be … Continue reading →

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