Entries by Ellen

Survival Tips for College Students with ADHD

  Starting college is one of many big transitions in education and life skills for our kids with ADHD.  Your student might have a strong start with high school successes. Now is the time to plan for thriving in a new environment.  Begin by talking through these strategies for students starting or continuing their education. […]

Top Ten Categories of Clutter in Your Space

  I recently saw a list of top common clutter categories shared by my colleagues on my National Association of Productivity and Organizing Professionals site. The list is compiled of categories of items in people’s homes regardless of socioeconomic status that causes clutter. It was interesting to see where many people have challenges with clutter. […]

Happy Organizing While Traveling

  Post-pandemic travel is a lot like traveling by stagecoach; jostling along in a bumpy carriage. There are organizing strategies that will help you be comfortable and organized on your journey. Using apps for travel and packing keeps you organized while you travel.   Use apps for travel There are lots of changes before and […]

3 Project Management Tips for an Easy Household Move

  Getting organized for a move requires a project management approach. What’s useful are a timeline, extensive lists and a team approach to help you keep your sanity. Here’s how to put that into action.   Your Timeline Start with developing a timeline for your move. There is the actual move and the moving preparation.  […]

Saving Your Sanity before Moving

  Moving is at the top of stressful transitions in life.  With a little time and effort, you can make it easier and save your sanity with some preparation for your move.  These steps include recycling, decluttering, and re-organizing. Start with easy steps It might be surprising how much trash and recycling is in your […]