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- Organizing and Stress Reduction - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Sue BeckerI learned about Emotional Intelligence at a conference I recently attended. As part of the session, my emotional intelligence was evaluated. One of the most surprising things I discovered about myself as a result of this process is that I have low stress tolerance. This was surprising to me ...
Views: 1067 - Choose the Planner That's Right for You - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from Sue BeckerYou may have seen the television commercial in which a group of people are assembling in a conference room for a meeting. They make fun of the fact that one of their co-workers uses a paper and pen rather than an electronic tablet for taking notes. The shamed employee tells his colleagues to ...
Views: 1065 - Partnering Can Help You Overcome Your Organizing Challenges - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Sue BeckerIt’s finally happened – the last traces of holiday candy, cookies, chocolate covered pretzels, kettle corn and other assorted holiday treats that have filled my home for the last month and a half have been consumed. At last I can continue my quest to eat more healthfully. Sure, I could have ...
Views: 1059 - Quick Cures for 7 Common Challenges - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Sue BeckerHappy autumn! It’s hard to believe that summer is coming to an end. As the leaves change color, you might want to consider which habits you can change to help you be more productive and efficient, both at home and at work. To help inspire you, I’ve noted some common challenges that you may be ...
Views: 1050 - When Does Enough Become Too Much? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2010 from Sue BeckerA few years ago I entered the produce section of my newly remodeled grocery store to purchase some tomatoes, only to discover that it was going to take quite an effort to fulfill my mission. The new and “improved” produce department was at least double the size of the old one, and it took me 5 ...
Views: 1050 - Don’t Forget to Plan for Travel Time - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Sue BeckerDo you feel like you’re always running late to appointments and events no matter how hard you try to be on time? Do you frequently lose patience when caught in traffic because you’re rushing to get somewhere? Many of my clients, especially those with ADHD, experience the same frustration. One ...
Views: 1046 - Get Things Done to be Ready for Anything - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Sue BeckerMy crusade to make this the year to “get things done when they need to be done” paid off in many ways recently. Several events, both personal and business, came up at the last minute, and I was able to attend them without missing a beat because I was caught up on everything I’d needed to get ...
Views: 1044 - 6 tips to overcome procrastination: Stop putting off 'til tomorrow what you don't want to do today! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Sue BeckerWe all put some things off until tomorrow (or next week), but sometimes that behavior can cause problems. Bills don’t get paid on time. Tax forms are submitted late. Projects are postponed for a last-minute scramble. This behavior can cause us to feel guilty, burdened, and exhausted. Plus, it ...
Views: 1022 - Change and Organizing - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Sue BeckerJanuary is almost over, and so, too, may be your memories of making a New Year’s resolution to get organized. Rather than viewing your organizing aspirations as hopeless, you might consider whether you’re ready to change. If not, you’ll need to address your lack of readiness before you’ll be ...
Views: 1018 - Time Management for Performing Artists - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from Sue BeckerTime management can often be quite tricky for visual and performing artists. Achieving success and the stability that comes with it is difficult, and unlike other occupations, that success can be fleeting. More often than not, artists are juggling the job they love with one or more other ...
Views: 1013 - Spring Clean Your Way to Organization - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Sue BeckerFor those of us who have slogged through an especially challenging winter, Spring can’t come any too soon. It’s time for nature to renew itself and bring forth new life. You, too, can experience this sense of rebirth by renewing your commitment to getting organized. Imagine how freeing it will ...
Views: 994 - Own Less and Gain More - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerA recent Oprah episode included an interview with multimillionaire director Tom Shadyac, who decided to simplify his life by letting go of his mansion and many of his belongings. His former home had 17 bedrooms (although he wasn’t quite sure how many!) and 13 bathrooms. He downsized to a mobile ...
Views: 983 - A Master To-Do List Can Free Up Your Brain - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerHave you ever said to yourself, “I have to remember to do such and such” but then forget to do such and such? If you’re like me, the older you get, the harder it is to remember things. I recently read the book Getting Organized in the Google Era which states that our brains can only hold five to ...
Views: 950 - The Joy of Doing Nothing - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Sue BeckerI spent this past Saturday essentially doing nothing, which is very unlike me. Well it wasn’t exactly nothing, but as far as the analytical part of my brain was concerned, it was a day of rest and relaxation. My husband and I drove 2 ½ hours each way to visit our son at college and attend his ...
Views: 947(1 vote) - Organize and Clear the Clutter - 6 Simple Tips to Clear Your Clutter - by Submitted on May 07, 2010 from Sue BeckerAfter a major windstorm last week, I faced the significant task of "de-cluttering" my front yard. As I surveyed my yard covered with large branches, I felt overwhelmed and unsure how to start. Then I took a deep breath, chose a place to start, steadily sawed the boughs, and deposited them into ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - Paying Bills - 9 Simple Steps for Stress-Free Success - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Sue Becker1. Designate a specific place to keep unpaid bills and credit card receipts. Use a file folder or basket and put it somewhere that's convenient. If it's hard to ignore, you won't just drop things "here for now." 2. Develop a regular schedule to pay bills. Handle your bill payments ...
Views: 883 - Time Changes How Meaningful Things Are - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Sue BeckerI was recently reminded of how, over time, the significance of our possessions can change as I was helping a client clean out her basement. She had lived in her house for 45 year, raised her family there, nursed her husband through a terminal illness there, and celebrated countless birthdays and ...
Views: 834 - Get Organized for a Successful School Year - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Sue BeckerNow that school is back in session, most parents I know are relieved to have the routine of school back in their lives. However, along with the routine come loads of activities that can make most already-busy parents feel overwhelmed and overburdened. If you find yourself constantly on the go ...
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