The 4 Step Process of Organizing 1. Purge: Scan each room peripherally and pull out what you immediately know you can part with. Begin in less emotional or sentimental areas to build confidence in the process. Use clear, black, and white garbage bags for consignment, donation, and trash. 2. Sort and Categorize: Break large projects into smaller, more manageable tasks. Get “like” items together. Have containers (cardboard boxes, totes, etc.) of various sizes available as you sort. Allow for space, not quantity of items. 3. Containerize: Give items a designated place. Utilize open storage and shelving and clear storage containers. Color code systems. Label everything. Create a master list. 4. Evaluate: Keep systems simple. Establish positive new routines. Evaluate practices. Schedule organizing time. Practice preventative maintenance.
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