Comments on: What’s your mantra?

By: Alyson

Alyson — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:58:30 +0000

I love rhubarb! Wish I could grow it here!
You have a lot to do! It all does “pile” up! My Saturdays are so awful as I catch up from what was not done during the week. I need to focus on a little at a time! Thanks!

Alyson LID 01/27/06 (IA China)
http://www.alyzabethan.blogspot.com

By: Jacqueline

Jacqueline — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:09:32 +0000

OMG–if I didn’t know better, I’d wonder how MY words got onto YOUR blog!!! I’m sitting here, waiting for the “inspiration” to project me into my “studio” to work on making a couple of cards, but instead, I find every reason NOT to venture there. I beat myself up like this all time, tho, and then step back and realize what I HAVE accomplished. Yesterday, my 13 y/o daughter helped me clean out underneath the kitchen sink–20 minutes, one large garbage bag and 5 Baja Fresh cups later–it was done and looking great. This morning, I tackled my jewelery chest and now everything is in baggies, separated and in their proper home. When I quit my job 2 months ago, I vowed that in the time it took to land a new opportunity, I’d get my life together and I am really proud of what I’ve done–now if I can just motivate myself to walk the 50 steps to my studio, I’d be a happiER woman! Anyways, sorry for the long post, just wanted you to know that I relate and love your blog!

By: Jane

Jane — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:57:03 +0000

Your first statement is so true – when I have so much to do that it seems insurmountable, I figure it’s not worth even trying and just take a break! Lists of smaller tasks are very helpful.

By: Megan@Disorder2order

Megan@Disorder2order — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:02:40 +0000

I swear I am going to read that book before summer is over. *sigh*

My “mantra” is “it’s all good.” I don’t know if it applies, but when ever I feel like I might explode… I just say, it’s all good and I feel better.

By: I’m an Organizing Junkie » Menu Plan Monday ~ June 16th

I’m an Organizing Junkie » Menu Plan Monday ~ June 16th — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:01:47 +0000

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By: List Mama

List Mama — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 01:02:39 +0000

Eat the Frog! I have to remember that one. So true. I’ll have to tell myself that tomorrow since I am faced with a half-finished bathroom (painting).

Jen
http://www.ListPlanIt.com

By: Marcia, Org Queen

Marcia, Org Queen — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 18:36:18 +0000

Laura, mine is “just 15 minutes” because I can’t do anything for just 15 minutes but the momentum gets me going.

oooh, I LOVE RHUBARB – we don’t get rhubarb yoghurt here so in the UK and Ireland, I was eating it every day. YUMMMY

BTW, here’s an article I wrote on Eat the Frog
http://ezinearticles.com/?Eat-Your-Frog&id=506669

By: Cathy | Mommy Motiva

Cathy | Mommy Motiva — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 05:32:35 +0000

Oh ya – I do, “Just today”.
I only have to worry about today. It’s my version of One Day at a Time. It helps me focus on what is important. Just today!
:)
thanks for sharing yours!

By: Organizing Mommy

Organizing Mommy — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 01:25:10 +0000

Don’t feel bad. You did a large thing by helping out the kids at school. Sometimes our homes suffer a little because of our love for others. It’s not a bad thing, is it? I know you, though, you probably have that big list done already. So, how’s the strawberry rhubarb pie? (Love, Jena)

By: Debbie JordanKravitz

Debbie JordanKravitz — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 12:30:16 +0000

I often work with clients who are overwhelmed by an organizing project, so much so that they just CAN’T get motivated to start. I like to remind them

“SOME progress is better than NO progress! Just jump in and GET STARTED!”

(I use this mantra for my own projects, too!)