Spring cleaning is a super concept, but it needs to be expanded. Clearing out old stuff (some would say junk) should take place every season, even every week.
And spending a few minutes every day de-cluttering your desk will make being organized much easier than if you let paperwork pile up. Having innate packrat tendencies myself, I know that’s much easier said than done.
But this tip helped me and it may help you: Use fresh flowers as motivation to clean up. Go on, treat yourself! Whether at home or work, who wants to cram a vase of gorgeous sunflowers or elegant, fragrant roses next to random piles of old magazines, crumpled envelopes and coffee-stained business cards?
No, there has to be space – the more, the better – to show off your lovely blooms. It’s just like exercise – hard to get started, but such a terrific feeling once you do. And just a few simple vases can completely transform a newly clean room into a tranquil haven.
So, pick a space to clear, get a trash bag, crank some music. Then if your energy flags, just keep thinking about how great your fresh flowers will look when you’re done. For more tips, I checked in with Los Angeles-based professional organizer Carol Keller, OrganizingExpertsla.com, who has a 5-step process for beating clutter. Check in tomorrow for her professional secrets.
Flower Fact of the Day: Express your summer style! Check out flower arranging tips from Paul Lowe, as featured recently on http://casasugar.com/1760089.