Put It Out There!!!

After reading the article from my previous post, I couldn't quit thinking about the value behind the advice to put your goals in writing. Not only does it help to set those goals in motion, but you would be amazed at the pressure that it can take off your mind.

If you are like thousands of other Americans, determined to get organized this year, I strongly urge that you write out your organizing goals. To keep from getting overwhelming, focus on one room or project, such as "I want to organize my paperwork, once and for all!!!"

Next, write down why you want to accomplish this goal. "I want to know that I can find my important papers when I need them. I want to worry less about whether or not I'm handling my paperwork in a timely fashion. I want less stress in my life, so that I can relax and enjoy my home."

Finally, break down your main goal into a list of simpler projects. 1. Set up new home and system for incoming mail and papers. 2. Set up basic filing system. 3. Gather all papers together in one place. 4. Sort one small pile at a time, adding papers to filing system, creating a To Do pile and purging non-essential papers. 5. Tackle To Do pile. 6. Maintain new systems by setting aside 5 minutes a day to address incoming paperwork. 7. Reward to Myself! Reorganize and decorate home office!!!

Once you've accomplished your first goal, try this method with other goals, and hopefully you'll find that it's much easier to stay committed and motivated as you make 2008 a happy, healthy and organized year!