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JLB Organizing Blog

Breaking Down the Basics

11/14/2016

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A Chaotic Home is a Risky Home

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A lot of people know that having your home chaotic isn't a very good thing. A lot of people don't stop to think just how bad it can be. Having a messy home brings all sorts of new and unnecessary risks into your life.

Having everything cluttered can be a major fire risk. If your windows have things in front of them or if you have things piled up next to electrical sockets, you're inviting yourself to be trapped in a house fire. Not only is a cluttered home inviting a fire, it is also a huge safety hazard for falls and poor sanitation.

We have listed the physical risks of a home that isn't organized but what about the emotional? Being unhappy with your home can make you feel like a prisoner. Some clients find themselves turning away family and friends from their home out of embarrassment, they keep their shades drawn to avoid onlookers seeing their situation, and they feel anxious and  depressed. This can become a vicious cycle because while having an unorganized home can cause depression and anxiety, depression and anxiety can also leave you stuck in a Dunning Kruger effect that leaves you drained and hopeless.

You may find yourself accidentally keeping junk mail, just tossing it aside for months and forgetting it ever existed. You may find yourself keeping worn out equipment, thinking it'll one day magically be operable. You may find yourself keeping craft stuff or clothes that don't fit anymore, thinking it might one day come in handy.  These little things can add up so quickly, even though they may seem like each little object isn't a big deal.

There are, however, plenty of tips to help relieve the stress of organizing off of your shoulders. Don't overwhelm yourself or the cycle will only become worse. Start with a to-do list. Make sure that not everything on the list has to be done within that day. Scratch things slowly off the list and you will feel yourself becoming lighter, free of burden. Ease yourself into organizing and within no time, you'll feel like a organizing guru. It'll feel so wonderful once you've accomplished your goals.

Other ways to relieve a little bit of stress is to deal with paperwork as soon as it comes in. Plan your day ahead of time, preferably the night before. Also, a very important tip is to make time for yourself! Time for yourself doesn't mean running wild doing the things you have to do. Time for yourself is sitting and relaxing, even if it's only for a few minutes. This will make you feel so much more refreshed and optimistic.

Here at JLB, we realize that it can be hard to make some changes. Change is a scary word sometimes. But we assure you, when it comes to organizing, change is almost always a positive. There are many benefits to a neat home, such as; reduced stress and depression, a healthier lifestyle (better eating, more likely to complete fitness, etc), it'll boost your productivity, you'll sleep better without all of that on your mind, as well as having the chance to improve your relationships with family and friends.

We find it very important to get you to the point that you are happy and healthy in your own home. Nobody should ever feel imprisoned under their own roof. If you've started to feel that way, it may be time to give JLB a call to get you a little bit of a hand in getting your life the way you want it.
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    As Professional Organizers we are privileged to be welcomed into people's home. Over the years we have noticed that the most common denominate between all of us is that we all think we aren't doing a good enough job and that we should magically be able to wear every hat and wear it extremely well. However, the truth is we can't do everything and we defiantly can't do it all to the degree of perfection we want to. This leaves us all feeling overwhelmed with life as we wake up everything day in a state of "catch up", "clean up" and "just don't give up". JLB Professional Organizing was created so a service was available to help people at least take back control of their homes, the place where we need peace and relaxation the most but after years of working hands on with people we also realized there was another NEED. People need to know they are not alone, their house is not the worse, and that there is hope. This is why we started the JLB Organizing blog; to help educate folks about organization, laugh at the struggles we all deal with, and bring out the truth about homes and why they are so darn hard to keep organized!

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    • The JLB Team
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    • Home Organization
    • Basement & Garage Organization
    • Photo Organization
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    • Paperwork & Office Organization
    • Electronic Disposal
  • Pricing
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    • Gift Certificates
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    • Testimonials
  • Shop
    • DIY Organizing: Booklets & Videos
    • Organizing Products >
      • Storage Containers & Shelves
      • Labeling & General Supplies
      • Office & Paperwork Organization
      • Books on Organization
      • Kitchen Organization
      • Closet Organization
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      • Bathroom Organization
  • Contact Us
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    • Referrals
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