Chances are, when you set a goal, you never intend to fail. Hopefully you’re approaching the challenge with an optimistic, can-do attitude. Unfortunately, life can get in the way and throw up road blocks that slow your progress. These obstacles can quickly douse your confidence and allow negative thoughts to start spinning through your brain. Suddenly, you can identify all sorts of reasons why achievement...
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Who are you? The first and obvious thought is to answer with your name. Then you might describe yourself as someone’s son or daughter, so-and-so’s husband or wife, your child’s mom or dad. You can also identify yourself by your job title or as a member of an organization or church. Or as someone’s friend or relative. Those relationships and associations all tell us a...
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The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a man’s determination. ~Tommy Lasorda Call it being strong-minded, tenacious, or just downright stubborn, the bottom line is, having a healthy dose of determination is often the difference between success and falling short of reaching your goals. Yet, it’s not always easy to sustain that fighting spirit. Often times, we get discouraged by the things...
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When you live with others, it’s a little difficult to have your space exactly like you want it. Certainly you have the privilege of filling your home with things that you like or enjoy, but you also have the responsibility to respect the needs and wishes of the other people in your household. The tough part is, you and the other members of your household...
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“All positive change in the world comes from our ideas of what we believe is possible.” ~Alexandra Jamieson Many of us have ambitions in life that we are afraid to pursue because the end goal seems impossible. Maybe you’ve always admired people you know who have run a marathon, lost weight, or quit their job to start their own business. They were able to reach...
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Change…To the optimist, every new season is an invitation for success. Optimists might see new opportunities in change, but that doesn’t mean making changes in your life is easy. In fact, for most of us, it’s downright difficult! Usually, we know instinctively when it is important to make a change, but the first step forward can be scary. It’s a step out of our comfort...
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Communication…the shortest distance between two people is understanding each other. Last month we challenged you to create a vision for your space. But that vision will only become a reality when you begin to share it with others. One of the biggest and most common stumbling blocks I have seen as a professional organizer is that not everyone in the household is on the same...
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As we begin another year, it is not unusual to take a moment to reflect on the previous year. We did just that! Come To Order proudly celebrates its 8th year of business in 2013 and over the years, we have learned, with you, that clutter and organizing is never just about the stuff. This year we will continue to provide some great advice but...
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