Organizing ABC's - N is for Not Today
Channel: Simple Solutions Organizing
Date: 19/08/2017

We have all done it..put something off until that last minute.  I mean, if it gets done, what is the harm in a little procrastination, right?  

The real issue comes with your procrastination becomes disorganization.  And that happens when you live your life so in the present moment that you don't make any time to take care of the things you have put off.  Disorganization happens...that's what.  Each and every pile you have have in your home represents a delayed decision you need to make.

So here are 2 tips to help you get back on track in dealing with those "delayed decisions" around your home:

1.  Stop putting off the easy stuff...we talk ourselves out of the quick and easy stuff as much as the harder stuff.  Most basic household tasks like unloading a dishwasher, going through mail or putting away a basket of laundry should take 10 minutes or less (waaayyy less in most cases).  Don't put off the easy stuff and let it continue to pile up.  Do it now and cross it off your list.

2.  Schedule or set aside specific time to deal with the other, bigger stuff...if you don't make a specific time to deal with it, it will not get done.  Someday.  Later.  Eventually.  Around to it.  These times never come.  Write it on your calendar or to do list.  Even if it seems silly.  But no less silly than waiting for extra time to fall in your lap.

For more on N is for Not Today, check out my original blog post here:  http://www.simplesolutionsdesign.com/2012/09/n-is-for-not-today.html

See you tomorrow for O is for Overwhelming.