The process of making lists is crucial to effective organization. If it's not written down, it's bound to be forgotten. But, so many people get frustrated and overwhelmed when they look at all the tasks on their TO DO lists. They wonder how they'll ever be able to accomplish so many things.

Believe it or not, time management is NOT about accomplishing everything on your list of things to do.

It's really about looking at your list of things to do, and determining if those things are important enough to do in the first place.

For example, ask yourself if it's really important to you to drive all the way over to another supermarket, just to save a few bucks. Those few dollars are surely going to be spent on fuel anyway, and look at the time that is being wasted.

Is it a good use of your time to cut out and file magazine articles? For some people who reference their saved articles regularly, it certainly may be a good use of time. But I know people who just cut out articles, file them, and NEVER go into those files again.

How about a report you're in charge of in work that you've been doing for years, but are no longer sure if it's serving its original purpose? Sometimes we do things out of habit, instead of checking to be sure it's still serving an important need.

And what about those things you may be doing that aren't on your TO DO list? These are worth scrutinizing as well. Perhaps you're investing time with 'friends' who you don't truly enjoy spending time with, or that don't support you? Maybe you find yourself regularly ranting with people on social media? Are you working in a job you don't enjoy doing? Perhaps you're always striving for perfection that is resulting in tons of half-done, or never-started, projects?

We only get 24 hours each day. Think wisely before using them up. Once they're gone, they can never be retrieved again.

P.S. If you're looking for ways to make the most out of the time in your days, here are 501 Tips and Ideas for Finding More Time for the Things You Love!

Just a very quick shout out to let you know that my latest issue of Anything and Everything is now available. It's the DECEMBER 2021 issue, 12-pages and all in full color. I know you're going to love it. Check it out:

https://www.getorganizednow.com/rd-ae.html

If you don't already receive it, it's a great time to get your hands on a full year of Anything and Everything because, when you do, we're giving away 10 Bonuses, AND ALL of the back issues...complimentary!

Here are the topics in the DECEMBER Issue...

Positive Changes Require Action
Thinking about making changes is not the same as actually making them. Action is key for accomplishing change

I Can See Clearly Now
It's easy to take our eyes for granted and to put off measures to keep them healthy. Here are 13 ways to take care of our eyes and vision

The Beauty of Art Journaling
This form of self-expression allows your creative side to shine through

Organize Your Handbag
An organized purse makes life easier when you're on-the-go

Top 10 Winter Must-Dos
Do these for an organized, prepared, stress-free winter

Making Social Media a Positive Part of Your Life
5 ways to ensure you're using social media for positivity and connectedness

Quick, Creamy Tomato Soup
This recipe has only 5 ingredients and is on the table in less than 30 minutes

Spotting Fads
Fads can drain your wallet and add to your clutter

2022 Countdown
Put your best foot forward as you step into the new year

If you don't already subscribe to my 'Anything and Everything' resource, you can learn about how to do so here:

https://www.getorganizednow.com/rd-ae.html

We have thousands of readers who LOVE it...and I'm certain you will too!

Maria

P.S. BONUS SPECIAL...Only Until 11:59 p.m. on DECEMBER 3: When you sign up for your Anything and Everything Subscription, you will receive tons of bonuses, plus ALL the BACK ISSUES COMPLIMENTARY!

___ 1. Do today's task on my November Monthly Organizing Checklist. The November 27 TO DO focuses on items in your pantry. Visit GetOrganizedNow.com to access my November Monthly Organizing Checklist.

___ 2. Assess your TO DO list. Are you sure the items on your TO DO list truly need to get done? If not, remove a few. If yes, is there a way you can streamline the time or process to get that item accomplished faster?

___ 3. Last chance to vote in my web poll. How would you describe the extent of your holiday decorating? Vote in my poll. Results will be shared in an upcoming December newsletter. Visit: GetOrganizedNow.com to access the poll and vote.

'Realize that now, in this moment of time, you are creating. You are creating your next moment. That is what's real.' (Sara Paddison)

I'd love to hear from you.

I LOVE GON reader mail! Whether it's a comments, suggestions, or just a note to say hello, REPLY to this email with a short note.

And remember...there's no better time to get organized, than to Get Organized Now!

Warmly,

Maria Gracia
Get Organized Now!
getorganizednow.com

(c) Copyright 2021 by Maria Gracia, Get Organized Now!

* Copyright, contact and reprint information:
getorganizednow.com/contact.html

* You signed up to receive our Idea-Kit and/or our Newsletter at our Get Organized Now! Web site. We never add names unless you have voluntarily opted in.

* We never rent, trade or sell our email list to anyone. You'll never get an unsolicited email from a stranger as a result of joining this list.

* If you happen to purchase anything I recommend in this newsletter, or any of my communications, I may receive compensation. Still, I only recommend what I truly believe in and share with my friends and family. If you ever have an issue with anything I recommend, please let me know. I want to make sure I am always serving you at the highest level.

* To subscribe, visit:
getorganizednow.com/free-ezine.html


* To unsubscribe, if you absolutely must go, please click the link below. However . . .

YIKES! - If you unsubscribe, you'll lose all the complimentary organizing resources I share with my loyal readers each week. You'll lose the tips, reader ideas, reader clinics, complimentary videos, ebooks, resource recommendations, and the many valuable bonuses I offer each month. Please don't go. I love sending you all of this free training. I'd be lost and lonely without you. If there is something more you would like from my newsletters, then please reply to this email and let me know.
-- Maria Gracia