Embrace the Minimalist
Trend
Whether it’s the new Minimalism documentary on Netflix or
last year’s mega-hit The Life-Changing
Magic of Tidying, reducing clutter has never been more en vogue! As you go through closets and boxes, set
rules for yourself and make it a goal to downsize clutter as much as possible. Going
through closets means you’re bound to find items overdue for dry-cleaning. Remember to bring them to Mattituck Laundry for
the best service in town!
Reduce the Paper
Pile-Up
You’re bound to find a few stray
receipts, bills, and bank statements. Organize them accordingly - shred what
you don’t need and store important documents in labeled folders. Tax season
will be upon us before you know it and being organized will help make the
process a breeze.
Get Things Sorted
If your closet was a mess before you
started downsizing, don’t just put it back the way you found it. Plastic or
cloth organizers are available in all shapes and sizes. Now is the perfect time to put like with
like, whether you’re sorting clothes, craft supplies, or Christmas ornaments.
Keep It Clean
Make sure your de-cluttering process
doesn’t make a mess of your house! Don’t
go through your things quicker than you can organize them. Once your possessions are sorted, set up a
new schedule for the new year, with set tasks for each day. Remember, if you need help with the laundry,
we offer free
pick up and delivery
services for both laundry and dry cleaning.
Stick to Your Calendar
Our lives seem to get busier all the
time, but we can save ourselves a lot of hassle by putting everything on the
calendar, whether it’s in your phone or on the wall. There are a number of organization
apps
out there to help you start 2017 off right.
Downsize Your Life
Family life can feel like it’s stuck in
high gear, with everyone wheeling in all sorts of directions. Sit down and look at everyone’s activities.
How feasible are they? Consider setting a limit on on the number of activities
family members can commit to during a given month or season. Don’t forget to leave time on the schedule
for activities that bring you do just for yourself and bring you joy. It’s
easier to stay on top of your activities if you’re taking care of yourself too.
Organize Your Finances
A new year can be a great time to
revisit your household finances. Take stock of your spending from 2016 in light
of three categories - fixed bills like housing and insurance, fluctuating
expenses like utilities and groceries, and fun spending like clothes and
travel. Then assess and reflect your
budget to how you’d like things to look in 2017.
