The Dream of Getting Your Home Organized ​
​– the reality of real life.

Why is it so so so hard to get our homes organized?
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​We know the stats. Getting organized can relieve stress, save money, and improve relationships.​
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​For most of us (unless your weird like me) getting organized is overwhelming, time-consuming and something we'll get to when...
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Your home being an organized, sanctuary that feels calm, collected and grounded is your big dream. Saved images of perfectly organized closets and pantries fill your Pinterest feed, inspiration hits you everyday on Instagram, and YouTubers tell you how to do it!

So, what's the deal?

The last email, I talked about how raised cortisol levels can be a culprit. But, what if, like Justin Welsh describes in his blog, it's the weight of the dream that is holding us back?

What if it's the pressure of the inaction of trying to create that perfect image playing in our minds?

We can blame time, the kids, the spouse but, what if, in reality it's none of those things and they are just excuses? "Along with the weight of dreams, there's also the pressure of 'doing' the dream well. And the longer you wait to start something, the better it has to be when you finally do it." (Justin Welsh)

But...

What if it's deeper. What if there's a hidden FEAR. A hidden anxiety. Something in the room or area or emotionally that you are avoiding.

What if you just need a little help? A little hand-holding until you see momentum. What if one little step could keep the dream alive? Wanna try together?

Since, it's tax season and it's something you MUST do, let's start there. I know for me, it's overwhelming me and becoming clutter. So, let's tackle this together! Right now, my staging zone for financial tax papers is my kitchen table. Go ahead, pick your paper staging area and let the family know -- "Don't touch, I'm organizing our taxes!". I have to have my papers organized and numbers ready for my accountant by early March, so there's no time to waste. Let's do this!

GATHER any and all paper or digital receipts, tax documents, W-2's, 1099's, etc. you think might have the slightest thing to do with taxes. Sort into categories that make sense with how you or your accountant does your taxes. Take 15-30 minutes. Put on some fun music or the Olympics. Don't overthink. If you find later that a receipt or bill doesn't have to do with taxes, we can simply shred it and move on! It doesn't have to be perfect!!!

Personally, I keep all of our taxes in an easy to carry, clear, plastic bin with pink (of course!) file folders labeled by year. (I am an amazon affiliate and may receive a teeny tiny commission so small I have yet to actually get a check from them.) Go ahead and acquire something like that to help you GATHER and keep all your tax documents in one place. Then when tax season is over, it's easy to put away and store out of sight.

I promise you'll start to feel better about your taxes by simply getting the ball rolling. Next week, we'll tackle another small step. (Important: Melinda Grace Organizing provides organizing guidance only. I am not a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), tax professional, financial advisor, or attorney. The content in this email is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. You should consult with a qualified professional regarding your individual tax and financial matters.)

Go ahead. Take on little step. Here's to making our dreams come true this year!

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