About Me I am a retired librarian and I now support books and authors through my reviews.

I have always loved to read and I was able to share that love through my work as a public librarian for 22 1/2 years. I now promote literacy by reading, and then writing reviews. I love to support authors by sharing my reviews with others!

Friday, August 30, 2024

Organizing for the Rest of Us: 100 Realistic Strategies to Keep Any House Under Control by Dana K. White

Organizing for the Rest of Us: 100 Realistic Strategies to Keep Any House Under Control
ABOUT THE BOOK

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the chaos in your home? Do you dream of a space that's not just organized but also easy to maintain?

In this transformative guide, Dana K. White, the bestselling author of “Decluttering at the Speed of Life”, presents 100 practical and achievable strategies to help you reclaim control of your living space—no matter how busy your life may be.

Drawing from her experiences as a recovering slob turned organizational expert, Dana delivers refreshing insights and actionable tips that resonate with real-life challenges. From tackling overflowing closets to managing paperwork chaos, each strategy is designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine, making the journey to a clutter-free home both effortless and rewarding.

Unlike traditional organizing manuals that offer lofty ideals, “Organizing for the Rest of Us” meets you where you are, providing realistic solutions that work for real people with real lives. With Dana’s witty and relatable approach, you’ll be empowered to embrace imperfection and celebrate progress, one small victory at a time.

Whether you’re a busy parent, a career professional, or simply someone tired of feeling weighed down by clutter, this book is your roadmap to a simpler, more joyful life. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to the peace and tranquility of a home that truly reflects your values and priorities.


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MY THOUGHTS.....



I admit it, I am a long-time messy gal! I have sentimental attachments to many of the possessions in my home and it's sometimes hard to keep them organized. That's one reason that I was so eager to read "Organizing for the Rest of Us"! Author Dana K. White states in the subtitle that she has "100 realistic strategies to keep any house under control" and this is exactly what I found! From the first strategy to the last, this book is filled with encouraging tips, and ironically, the last strategy deals with the sentimental stuff that I adore!

White offers logical advice that is easy to follow and she writes in a conversational style that is a joy to read. Yes, I've seen some of her ideas before but she's motivated me to try them again. Organizing for the Rest of Us is an attractive hardback book with a beautiful ribbon bookmark, tips that are organized into ten chapters, and several captivating color photos! This book is a treasure that you'll want to keep but it's also a book worthy of being given as a present!

I know that the author frowns on a lot of books lying around but this is one that I plan to keep at my fingertips. I know that old habits die hard and I will need the reminders and encouragement to help me keep my home under control!

I received a copy of this book from the author and publisher via FrontGate Women's Blogger Network. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


Chapter 5 is short, with only 5 strategies, but it's oh, so informative! 

Strategy 51 tells us to Just say no to Keep Boxes

Keep Boxes are procrastination stations. 

A Keep Box is an excuse not to make a final decision.

Not allowing yourself to procrastinate is the key to decluttering.



ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Dana K. White is the creator of the No Mess Decluttering Method and (much to her own surprise) a Decluttering Expert. Dana shares realistic home management strategies and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy in her books: Organizing for the Rest of Us, Decluttering at the Speed of Life (a Wall Street Journal bestseller), and How to Manage Your Home Without Losing Your Mind. Dana teaches her strategies through her blog, podcast, and videos at ASlobComesClean.com and trains coaches in her unique decluttering process at DeclutteringCoaches.com.

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