Where do I begin?

It seems that is the biggest question faced by anyone who feels overwhelmed by the clutter in their home or in their life...Where do I begin? It all seems so overwhelming when we consider the mammoth task we face.

I think that is the secret....don't think about the size of the task...think about taking it one step at a time. Anything is possible if we break it into small, manageable pieces. Also remember that what is a manageable task to your best friend, your sister, your mother, may not be a manageable task for you. Organizing and decluttering, whether it be your home or your life, is a very personal task, and only you can determine how much you can accomplish in each step.

So don't be discouraged by the size of the task, and don't let anyone else measure your progress for you...this is one time when it really is all about you.

Each day I will write about some aspect of the decluttering process...things I have tried that worked, and those that failed spectacularly! I will also include some of my favourite organizational tools, whether they be storage containers, organizing systems, labelling suggestions or just hints and tips to help keep you moving forward towards your goal.