Quote of the Day – 008
When stress brings disorder into your life unexpectedly, work to eat well, get enough sleep, and regain control bit by bit. Never give in to the messes completely. ~Marie... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Aug 31st, 2010 | 0 comments
. Too Much To Do in Too Little Time
I received the following email and answered it. I thought you might be interested in these ideas. Dear Marie: I have just ordered your new book, in hopes finding some ideas on how to get ahead of the clutter... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 20th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Organize As You Go
Probably just like you do occasionally, I’m entering a new season of life which is stretching and challenging all my previous organization skills. Memories of simple days seem so far away they are fuzzy. All is more confusing, frustrating, and... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 19th, 2010 | 0 comments
. When You’re Going to be Late
I like to be on time and mostly I am, but occasionally there are situations when I’m inevitably late. How can I release, or at least reduce, the stress which I cause others because I’m don’t arrive in a timely manner? How do I relax myself,... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 19th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Catching Up
I got behind this last weekend. I won’t go into the details but I awoke on Monday morning with undone wash to fold and put away, letters to write and send off, and a house which was disheveled from lack of attention for three days plus a dozen... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 19th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Start Your Morning the Night Before
I cannot overemphasize the importance of doing essential routine items when there isn’t a lot of stress. This applies especially to morning routines. Morning time is not the time to make decisions, prepare for the day, or finalize plans. All... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 17th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Morning’s Abbreviated Essentials
Occasionally, you and I have a late start morning. This is either because we have overslept or because our “public” morning is starting earlier than usual. Sometimes, when I have unexpected late nights counseling or comforting, the morning after... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 16th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Reduce Procrastination
Putting off a project is a classical response most of us have, especially if the project is disagreeable, long, or difficult. How do we conquer our “elephants” in a timely manner? Think of one project you would like to get done this next... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 16th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Finish -> -> -> Forward
The concepts discussed below were originally written specifically for the holiday season, but are useful during all stressful seasons of the year. Finish/Forward This week in November, the week before Thanksgiving, I would like to suggest the concept of... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 16th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Monday Morning Madness
I have struggled for years with a malady I call “Monday Morning Madness”. Maybe you do, too! You see, somehow if Monday morning goes really well, the rest of the week seems to go just as well. Of course, in your mind, you are going to... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 15th, 2010 | 0 comments
