Resolution New You #2 - Organize a Junk Drawer

You know you have one - a junk drawer, a cupboard of clutter, a closet of clothes you think you will wear again.  It is time to make a resolution to organize your home for the new you.  It can be overwhelming to attack the problem all at once so here is the solution.  Take it one drawer (or closet, file cabinet, picture box, etc.) at a time, once a week, for 1 year.  Once you free yourself from "things," the peace of mind you...

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Resolution New You #1 - Share Time

It is here - January 1st - the day we all have the best intentions to become our best selves.  Well who knows you better than your family and friends. They know the good, the bad, and the ugly - and they still like you. (at least they pretend to)   So, get out your calendar and actually "schedule time" with specific people in your life.  Bring dinner over to your grandmothers house and ask her about her childhood.  Ask your...

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Resolutions for a Happy New You!

The definition of a resolution is: the firm decision to do or not to do something. If you do nothing - you are guaranteed 1 thing - NOTHING will happen.  This concept is the inspiration for my next blog topic, 30 days of...Resolutions.  The resolutions I offer will NOT include the typical ones most people choose to repeat every year, such as: losing weight, reducing alcohol or nicotine consumption, or cutting back on spending. (read the actual success rates from these resolutions)The ideas I offer will make a difference...

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