It's a Mastery Move. We know how this goes. Boo gloom 'n doom You read or hear a scary story about someone who didn’t have their informational act together, something awful happened, and they lost a bazillion dollars because no one knew where the insurance policies were. So you start a file, copy your insurance cards, and maybe stack a few password sticky notes into an organized pile or two. Then life happens and the folder goes back in the drawer half-finished. We get it.

Just tell me what to do. Telling me what to do is not helping. I don't know where to start. I got started but got stuck. I don't know where to put it. I know where to put it but there's no room. I found a youtube, but it's not helping. These are comments from people trying to get through a project or organize life's demands. The reasons and frustrations are all over the place. Every one of them is valid, requiring a different problem-solving approach. The most challenging is

There are people who love to do those things for you. Below are some the people I go to first for help. Whether you need a lawyer, a llama trainer, or someone who specializes in fixing your current conundrum, there's a professional out there just waiting to hear from you, so get creative and ask for help. Plus, this is important to remember: Each of these fine people have their own networks of uniquely related professionals they refer to as well.

But the biggest source of your stress isn't your time management, your overflowing inbox, the tasks you can't seem to finish, your home clutter, or relationship friction. Those are the easiest things to point to and great places to improve your life mastery journey.

Paradoxically, procrastinating is your brain's attempt to soothe you away from feeling overwhelmed and negative. "There, there, don't stress, we can do it later."

Read this interview with Laurel Linney for for insights into what a personal stylist does and why you should experience the experience at least once. (Some of my longest-term clients started with a trial ‘"To see if it’s worth it, if I like it" session.) **Bonus, her recommendations on selling no-longer-loved clothing.

AI tells all.... You said, "How to master your life?" ChatGPT said:

A cynic's guide Yes, you. You’ve got bumf on your desk, in a pile, and maybe even in a carefully organized file drawer. While you get...

I can’t seem to get to….start, organize, do, call, finish. It’s not your hands; it’s the monkeys in your head. more fun than a phone call...

Task lists are never simply activities. They reflect your needs, wants, goals, values, and relationships.

I couldn't come up with a catchy title for this short list of miscellaneous tips. But since we all have one and instantly recognize the term 'junk drawer', let's go with it. Of course, I'd recommend a junk drawer more like this simply because it's easier to find things, but you get loads of credit for containing it at all. So here goes, a few tips to consider and the most important is at the end. Don't put it down...Put it away. Repeat aloud. Label Label Label. Help your

The real meaning of those chirpy words that can feel hard to live up to...

They gave me my own advice on overcoming inertia.

I never know what people truly want or think when we meet, but this person was clear about what she wanted me to tell her. She'd attended...

Use these tips to stage your house. You don't need to move to improve!

People often ask me what I think are the best places to learn in our shared quest for ways to live a rich life with minimal frustrations...

It’s a late August Sunday, and the cicadas are in full song. I’m on my front porch, with my laptop open, feet up, ready to post ideas to...

Is online selling for you? Why it might not be your best money-making option.

What I learned from an unexpectedly long trip

The small stuff matters in big ways.

Yay, you! Congratulations. You’ve realized you wasted enough of your precious time going solo. You’re ready for help with the things you’re tolerating (putting up with) in your spaces and life. The next step is figuring out who to contact. Here are eight professional services, what they offer, and when to call them. Some will help improve your spaces. Some will help improve you. In all cases, be sure to interview a few possibilities. Professionals are accustomed to being q

Want a change? Feel the urge? Start by cleaning up.

Quick, you've got 3 minutes to get out of your house....what will you take?

Crafting a well-made junk drawer takes time and practice.