A GON Reader Asks

I am good at scheduling the time to organize, but I notice I stop short of the goal. One example, I started going through clothes. I got them sorted and two bags out the door. That is where I stopped. I seem to start, but never really finish. I think sometimes I sabotage myself. Do you have any pointers to get me to the finish line?

Mary Willey, Mayflower, AR

Age 46, Mom (3 girls,19,16 and 11), employed full time, going to school full credit hours, and just got remarried. Recently diagnosed with osteoarthritis.

Maria Gracia Responds

Hi Mary,

Thanks for your question. First off, you went through your clothes and you sent two full bags out of your house. That's AWESOME and you should be very proud of yourself! It sounds to me like you DID start and accomplish a goal.

Perhaps your initial goal was to fully organize your closet and maybe that's why you're feeling you fell short. BUT, consider that your initial goal may have been too lofty for your current obligations, busy schedule, and recent health diagnosis.

Always think 'mini goals.' Mini goals are much easier to start and complete, because they're more doable and take less time.

So, you've already reached mini-goal ONE of your closet. What's your next mini goal? To donate another bag of clothes? To donate shoes you're not wearing? To clear your closet of a multitude of hangers you're not using?

Think up ONE 'baby-step' goal you absolutely, positively can complete in 30 minutes or less, like one I just mentioned, and you'll be getting to the finish line each and every time!

Hope this change of perspective helps!

Maria

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