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- Decluttering a Loved One's Possessions - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Beth DargisFirst of all, no one, not decluttering gurus, best friends or anyone else can tell you what to get rid of and what is important to keep. Only you know the stories behind your possessions and how they affect you. There is no "should." You don’t have to get rid of anything. But, if you feel ...
Views: 1973(1 vote) - Frugal Fatigue - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2012 from Beth DargisOn the news the other day, I heard them talk about consumer spending not being up because the economy is getting better, but because of "frugal fatigue." People were just tired of scrimping. Saving is going back down, credit card debt is going back up. So how can you counter frugal fatigue ...
Views: 1184 - Self-Directed - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisMany times when I talk to people they tell me they are busy and they don’t know how to stop. They have to take the kids here and here and here. Or work is keeping them overtime. Or they have to attend so many meetings. The biggest difference I’ve noticed between the "too busy" and the "not ...
Views: 1253 - Setting Yourself Up To Win - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisA new client of mine is beginning a big project. So the first thing we did was set her up to make the project easier. Do you have a project or goal you are doing or about to do? What would it mean to set yourself up to win? Some ideas: * Get enough sleep * Get a relative or ...
Views: 1263(1 vote) - 24 Time Management Tips - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisWhere does your time go? We all know we are busy, yet we feel behind and don’t get to do the things we really want to do. Planning is the best time saver there is. At the beginning of the week jot down your goals that you want to accomplish, fun things you want to do, work that needs to be ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - Simplifying Information - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisI love to learn. Information is like catnip to me. So in order not to drown in information, I have had to systemize things. Library Books For instance, when I get library books, I look at how many pages the book is and how many days I have before it is due. I divide how many pages by how ...
Views: 1288 - The Gifts of Waiting - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Beth DargisStanding in line, waiting for the doctor, sitting in traffic do not sound like presents, but if we look closely at them we can see the gifts that waiting gives to us. The Gift of Downtime We complain that we have no downtime, but every time we wait in a line is an opportunity to slow down ...
Views: 1078 - Feeling Trapped - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Beth DargisPart of the reason people don’t get the simpler lives they want, is that they feel trapped in their current life. Stifled by obligations, responsibilities and other people’s expectations. It seems that the way life is right now, is the way it always is. Too often it only feels like you are ...
Views: 1156 - Persona - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Beth DargisI believe in authenticity. It’s a great gift to the world to be yourself. I also think that sometimes a persona is helpful. The dictionary defines a persona: 1. A voice or character representing the speaker in a literary work. 2. The characters in a dramatic or literary work. 3. ...
Views: 1473 - Self-Directed - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Beth DargisMany times when I talk to people they tell me they are busy and they don’t know how to stop. They have to take the kids here and here and here. Or work is keeping them overtime. Or they have to attend so many meetings. The biggest difference I’ve noticed between the "too busy" and the "not ...
Views: 942 - Looking Ahead - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Beth DargisOne of the big reasons people lives don’t seem simple, is the lack of looking ahead. Is it more relaxing to fill up the tank one evening or go to the gas station, wait in line, on the way to work in the morning? Is it easier to plan a weekly menu and get your groceries at once or think ...
Views: 1097 - Have You Unplugged Yet? - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Beth DargisA lot has been written lately about unplugging. Taking a day a week or a month at unplug from technology so you can re-connect with yourself and with the ones you love. But are you doing it? Since we don’t see it as a necessity, we can find all sorts of excuses – my family will get mad at ...
Views: 1047 - Clearer Than You Think - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Beth DargisClarity is an important piece to having a simpler life. Otherwise you end up with a simpler life, but one that is not fulfilling. Too often we think we are confused and don’t really know what we want. But, really we aren’t listening. I’m sure you’ve gotten inklings that something wasn’t ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - Debt Wake Up Calls - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Beth DargisThis week in the Money Class we have been talking about Debt Reduction. It’s easy to slip into too much debt. But, there are some signs you are too far in debt and need to fix things fast before you get into the debt hole you can climb out of. * Using Cash Advances on your credit card. ...
Views: 942 - Home as Sanctuary - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Beth DargisHow do you want to feel when you walk into your home? Soothed? Relaxed? Comforted? At the moment how to you feel when you walk into your home? Most of us want a place we can relax in and be renewed. This will be different for different families. Some like a little clutter and homeyness. ...
Views: 1088 - Working For Your Against Yourself - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Beth DargisI’ve been talking about mindset with some of my clients this week. Most of us don’t realize how important it is for success in whatever endeavor you are doing. If you are trying to declutter and organize, if you begin your session feeling overwhelmed you only lose energy. You quit faster. And ...
Views: 1058 - How to Get Things Done When You Are An Emotional Wreck - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Beth DargisEven though I am still reeling from my son’s death, things still must get done – taxes, money stuff, work, prosecution stuff… Here’s what’s been working for me: 1. Have grief sessions every morning and/or evening. Just a time to let whatever you are feeling out – through music, ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - Tackling Books - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Beth DargisSome people collect knick-knacks. Some people buy an abundance of clothes or shoes. My vice is books. As a kid I would ride my bike for miles to get to the library. I always asked for books for holidays. When I finally made an income my first purchases were horse novels. Being a coach and ...
Views: 1111 - 20 Tips to Keep From Spending Money - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Beth DargisRecently I have had people ask how they can keep from spending. It’s hard to say no to yourself when the urge to spend strikes. Here are 20 tips to stop spending: 1. Don’t shop for fun. I don’t go on big outlet mall trips and when I am low on cash I stay away from Barnes and Noble. Make a ...
Views: 1078 - Happiness - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Beth Dargis"Happiness is not a destination; it is a method of life." - Burton Hills Are you waiting until all your goals are completed to be happy? You lose 20 pounds? Your home is immaculate? The kids are doing their chores and getting good grades? You can be happy right now. Even if you are feeling ...
Views: 2233 - No Time - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Beth DargisMany clients of mine have busy lives. They think they don’t have time for what matters. But, it is rarely the lack of time, but how time is used. Especially if you are feeling overwhelmed, it’s easy to zone out - too much tv, talking on the phone, surfing the net. Instead of making ...
Views: 882 - Out with the Old, In with the New - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2004 from Beth DargisI love the clean slate feeling of a new year. A whole 365 days to design a life worth living. For a fresh start, here are some ways to complete 2003 and make room for 2004. 1. Start Your Calendar Don't just pick any old calendar. A huge selection is out there, so choose one that makes you ...
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