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Decluttering Our Hearts and Homes

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, United States

“I can’t get rid of that!” ….. This statement can be heard in every home, in every business, in every place…. No one is immune from the pull that “things” have on us. Everyone faces the task of decluttering at some point. In this presentation we look at specific steps to effectively declutter the spaces in which we live and work. We also examine the Why and How behind our emotional connection to things. We conclude with what we can do to embrace emotional and mental connections, without letting them clutter our hearts.

Organizing 101: Spring Cleaning Specifics

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst, United States

Here we look at how to apply some basic organizing principles for any area of our home. We examine the type of organizer we are and the type of organizers that live in our homes. We identify our special project hotspots and learn how to make the most effective spring cleaning plan. There is discussion of the most common areas that people tackle each spring, along with practical ways to find time to finish the spring cleaning projects. Finally, we examine how to make Spring Cleaning less stressful for future years, by maintaining the organization of common areas.

Free

Wasting Time Each Day? Simple Tips to ERASE Inefficiency

Danville Public Library 319 N. Vermilion St, Danville, IL, United States

Do you feel like you are wasting time each day? Do you feel like you are recreating the wheel each time you do something? Inefficiency is often rampant in our lives and homes and we don’t even realize it. In this presentation we review the 5 Principles of Organizing so we can make our spaces as efficient as possible. We also talk about 6 simple ways to Erase inefficiency in our daily lives using the easy to remember ERASER acronym. Walk away with practical tips for being more efficient each day.

Free

Private Group Presentation

MOPS Calvary Church Valparaiso Valparaiso, IN, United States

In Person Organizing Presentation for a Private Group

Private Group

Decluttering Our Hearts and Homes: The Emotional Connection to Stuff

Brookfield Public Library 1900 N. Calhoun Rd., Brookfield, WI, United States

Free Event that is Open to the Public.
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“I can’t get rid of that!” ….. This statement can be heard in every home, in every business, in every place…. No one is immune from the pull that “things” have on us. Everyone faces the task of decluttering at some point. In this presentation we look at specific steps to effectively declutter the spaces in which we live and work. We also examine the Why and How behind our emotional connection to things. We conclude with what we can do to embrace emotional and mental connections, without letting them clutter our hearts.

Free

Decluttering Our Hearts and Homes: The Emotional Connection to Stuff

Wilmington Public Library 201 S. Kankakee St., Wilmington, IL, United States

“I can’t get rid of that!” ….. This statement can be heard in every home, in every business, in every place…. No one is immune from the pull that “things” have on us. Everyone faces the task of decluttering at some point. In this presentation we look at specific steps to effectively declutter the spaces in which we live and work. We also examine the Why and How behind our emotional connection to things. We conclude with what we can do to embrace emotional and mental connections, without letting them clutter our hearts.

Free

Organizing 101: Organizing Anything Anywhere

Itasca Community Public Library 500 W Irving Park Rd, Itasca, IL, United States

Starting with a reminder that we, our homes, and our families are all unique and different; we press on with a reminder to not compare! The presentation highlights the different types of Organizers and how our personalities impact how we must organize in order to be effective. We then take an in depth look at the 5 Principles of Organizing and how to apply them to anything….. anywhere. We conclude with practical methods for maintaining the organization.

Free

Organizing 101: Strategies for an Efficient Move

Lake Villa District Library 140 N. Munn Road, Lindenhurst, IL

Free Event that is Open to the Public.
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Are you moving? Downsizing? Or Do you just want to declutter your current space? Just thinking about this can be overwhelming! This presentation will help to simplify the process and illustrate how to declutter, pack, and move in an organized manner. First, we will look at what questions to ask when planning a move. Next, we share specific strategies that can be used during the process. Finally, we identify some “must do’s” and “must haves” for the most stress free move possible.

Free

Cut the Chaos, Reduce the Stress: The IMPACT of Good Time and Task Management

Brookfield Public Library 1900 N. Calhoun Rd., Brookfield, WI, United States

Free Event that is Open to the Public.
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How do I get anything done when I am so busy? We answer this question by talking about boundaries and providing simple practical tips for how to manage our time. Next, we look at the variety of tasks that we face and how to concretely and simply manage them day to day. Organization definitely comes into play with Time and Task Management and we help get you on the road to better organizational habits and end with a look at how to maintain those habits over time.

Free

Parenting is Hard: You are not alone!

St. Joseph's Church 121 E Maple Ave, Libertyville,, IL, United States

Private Event.
Parenting is wonderful, but parenting is hard! The goal of this talk is to shed light on the some of the hard parts of parenting. We bring certain topics out of the shadows and into the light so parents can clearly see that they are not alone in their experiences. The talk de-stigmatizes topics like: Postpartum Depression, Health Issues, Discipline Difficulties, School Struggles, Mental Health Issues, Substance Use. We provide encouragement and timely reminders for all parents, as well as practical tips on how to lay good parenting groundwork and how to specifically handle each situation. Though the presentation addresses some of the hardest parenting times, it is full of encouragement and practical takeaways applicable to all parents.

Private Group