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Owner/Master Organizer/Instructor -Est 2011
Mama of 2 👧👧🏼 | Nature lover 🌿☀️ | Book collector 📚
NEW: Pro Organizer Training Program👇

Never underestimate a couple concentrated hours of

Never underestimate a couple concentrated hours of task-focused organizing help!
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So happy to help these clients park in their garage yet again!
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#professionalorganizer #leessummitmo #kansascity #organizingkc

New interview with local entrepreneur magazine! .

New interview with local entrepreneur magazine!
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https://voyagekc.com/interview/community-highlights-meet-shawna-childers-of-organizing-kc/

So, last year I hired a professional organizer (ye

So, last year I hired a professional organizer (yes, even me) to help tackle my garage. I can do this thing for other people no problem, but when it comes to myself, I was too emotionally frustrated by all of the junk in there to make any sense of it myself.

I felt overwhelmed. I knew I was perfectly capable but didn't even know where I should start..

Enter... the CONSULTATION.

Just getting the outside perspective from another professional was monumentally helpful. It made all the difference to recieve a ready-made action plan, complete with a checklist and links to the containers I needed. It was a no-brainer. Literally, I didn't even have to think about it... I was able to jump in and tackle the project.

👆Check out the Consultation highlight for examples!

#professionalorganizer #Consultation #getorganized

For those who missed Friday's class: Using Organiz

For those who missed Friday's class: Using Organizing Principles in 3 simple steps!

We talked about this book today at the conference

We talked about this book today at the conference class! This is one of my favorite 'get it together' books that I've read and actually benefited from by applying some of the methods in my own life. #habitstacking
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With the book, he included an amazing PDF cheat sheet on how to break bad habits and create new, good habits. Check out this blog post for a link to the PDF!
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https://organizingkc.com/habits/

Thanks to everyone who came out to our organizing

Thanks to everyone who came out to our organizing class today at the Pinners Convention!!

Come to my ORGANIZING CLASS on Friday at the OP C

Come to my ORGANIZING CLASS on Friday at the OP Convention Center for the KANSAS Pinners Conference! 📍
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The Endless Benefits of Being Organized…and the REASONS behind our organizing struggles
Learn the psychology behind why we buy what we buy, keep what we keep and why it’s so hard to get and stay organized! Walk away with realistic steps to organization and motivation to get there!
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#kspinners #professionalorganizer #kansascity #organizing

The girls room was getting way out of control. The

The girls room was getting way out of control. They had too many clothes in their drawers and would just put on a whole new outfit each time they played dress up or splashed a drop of water on their shirt sleeve. All the laundry was making me crazy. Like, certifiably. 🤡
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So, we did what I always do when feeling overwhelmed: we minimized.
We also did a little rearranging this morning to get more light on the desk and I took a huge bin of toys out of rotation, too.
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If you can't keep up with all the stuff, it's time to #minimize 📤🗑📦
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Minimizing is a constant process. Living in a #smallhouse it is essential but it's also a great exercise even if you're good on space.
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The girls did a great job helping after going through their initial 7 stages of grief and finally coming to terms with either helping or me getting rid of prized possessions. And... I was almost shocked to hear towards the end how much they were enjoying themselves (spraying contest on the mirror) and how proud of themselves they were at the end. 👏💪
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What is your biggest challenge with kids bedrooms?
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#kidsbedroom #cleaningday #responsiblekids #householdflow #professionalorganizer

Our family is starting the first day of the year p

Our family is starting the first day of the year planning our month and setting intentions together. This makes my pro organizer mama heart so happy! ✏🗓
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My husband and I take time each year to re-evalute our family values and mission. We hone our list of characteristics we want to instill in our kids and then we create action steps in order to accomplish those goals. ✔
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We have 3 main categories: awareness, grit, and creativity. I'm using my awesome new @annavancepaperco planner to facilitate these goals. Each monthly overview has a box for each main category and we'll write down 1 or 2 specifics from each category to focus on that month/week.
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I was just looking up some actionable things for "developing grit" and found this great article:
https://www.theedadvocate.org/7-ways-develop-grit-kids/
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HAPPY NEW YEAR! 🎉
What are your intentions for 2022?

I saw this on another mama's feed one time... to g

I saw this on another mama's feed one time... to get her kids to eat more veggies, she would just make a tray and leave it on the counter while making lunch/dinner.

So, I tried it.

Every time one of the kids came in and told me how hungry they were I just pointed to the board.

Turns out, they are much more likely to eat other options when they can smell food cooking and are *already* hungry.

I mean, who hasn't been there??

I mean, who hasn't been there??

Starting our second year of homeschooling and I co

Starting our second year of homeschooling and I couldn't be happier about it. Outdoor, hands on, real life learning.
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KC has THE best, most supportive and diverse homeschool communities.
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I never thought I would be a homeschooling mama but it's been such a blessing to me and modality for my own self growth. It was overwhelming at first. So, if you're considering it with all the craziness of the world right now, please reach out. I'd be happy to point you in the right direction for support/resources!
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It's not nearly has hard or scary as it seemed initially.

Ep 1 has droooppped!!! . SO excited for the upcom

Ep 1 has droooppped!!!
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SO excited for the upcoming episodes on household flow, Clifton Strengths test, optimizing physical health, and more!! Stay tuned!
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Check it out on Spotify or at the link in my bio!
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#podcast #kansascity #professionalorganizer

You guys!! I'm so excited to announce that the Org

You guys!! I'm so excited to announce that the Organizing KC Podcast is officially COMING SOON!! 🎉

I have a bunch of super cool interviews planned and topics ranging from organizing and household flow to natural movement and mental health! It will be alllllll the things that help us live easier, more peace-filled lives.

STAY TUNED!

We had such a fun morning exploring and learning a

We had such a fun morning exploring and learning all about pollinators at @nexttonaturefarm with our homeschool co-op! 🐛🦋🐝

This is me speaking to the Austin TX Tiny House Co

This is me speaking to the Austin TX Tiny House Community about minimizing belongings and how to pair-down to the essentials before moving into their tiny houses! 🏠
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I love teaching and speaking to groups about allllll kinds of organizing-related topics like: household flow, minimizing/downsizing, family meetings, organizing for kids and more!
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Contact me if you'd like me to speak to/teach your group. In person or online!

HAPPY 10 YEAR BIRTHDAY to meeeeee!! 🎉🎈 . I c

HAPPY 10 YEAR BIRTHDAY to meeeeee!! 🎉🎈
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I can't believe it's been an entire DECADE since I quit my day job and started organizing full-time! It's literally been a dream come true to be making a living doing exactly what I love - helping people live easier, happier lives!
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I have SO enjoyed meeting so many amazing people on this journey and, of course, organizing alllll the things!
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Thank you all for all your support over this last DECADE of business! Couldn't have done it without you all leaving reviews, sharing my info, and coming to my workshops!
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Through July I will be offering 10% off the purchase of Gift Cards! (You can use them for yourself, or give away as a gift.)
Use promo code: DECADE
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Purchase at LINK IN BIO!
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❤️Love, Shawna

Spending my time like this, these days. Romping fa

Spending my time like this, these days. Romping farm to farm with our @wildandfreekc homeschool co-op.
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Happy Valley Farm in Desoto, KS has THE BEST peaches right now! We had a fun adventure out to see the bee hives yesterday and ate blueberries off the bushes. We filled up with honey, alllll the homemade jams and our bag of peaches is already gone.
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Go getchu some!! 🐝🍊

We had the best day ever on the Miami County Farm

We had the best day ever on the Miami County Farm Tour while caravanning with our friends, yesterday.
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A weekend full of these girls finding and bringing me flowers and telling me how much they love me is basically the best, ever.
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Happiest of Mother's Days to all you mamas out there! ❤

From chaos to contained! ✔ Finished this cute li

From chaos to contained! ✔
Finished this cute little pantry this morning!
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See more in stories+highlights!
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#leawoodks #pantryorganization #professionalorganizer #organized #organizedpantry

Okay, so I couldn't wait! This warm weather's got

Okay, so I couldn't wait! This warm weather's got me feelin' those spring vibes. 🌱
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This morning I switched out our winter wardrobes for spring!✌❄
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I put most of our winter clothes in labeled totes (left out a few chilly weather outfits and sweaters) and ordered a few key spring basics for each of us! ✔
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Can I just say that I am SOOO excited for sun dresses?! ☀️
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Ya feel me?!
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#capsulewardrobe #seasonalwardrobe #springiscoming #goodbyewinter

Ahhhhhh, springtime. ☀️🌱 AKA garage organiz

Ahhhhhh, springtime. ☀️🌱
AKA garage organizing season.✔

I finally organized our homeschool materials cabin

I finally organized our homeschool materials cabinet and I feel an insane rekindling of my excitement to teach alllll the things. 🤩
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#organizedlife #organizedhomeschool #homeschool #montessoriathome

It's amazing what a couple hours of sorting, donat

It's amazing what a couple hours of sorting, donating and putting away can do!
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This morning's client had a catch-all sunroom that we totally reset! Feels so good to have a fresh new space to spend time in!
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#kansascity #kc #olathe #olatheks
#professionalorganizer #organizing #resetyourspace #homeorganization

Merry Christmas to you and yours!! 💖

Merry Christmas to you and yours!! 💖

Anyone else on that capsule wardrobe game? . I pi

Anyone else on that capsule wardrobe game?
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I picked up a couple new pieces this year which help me remix a few of last year's fav pieces, too.
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The part I love the most about small, mixable wardrobes is the time it saves me deciding what to wear or feeling guilty for having clothes that I like on the hanger, but never actually wear.
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I'd love to help you reset your wardrobe this fall and create a smaller, versatile and INTENTIONAL style palette! Hit me uuuuup.
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#capsulewardrobe #minimalistwardrobe #minimalism #momlife

Instagram post 18167282038005359

Instagram post 18167282038005359

That's what she's talking about, right? 📚📚📚
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#minimalism #minimalist #bookhoarder #mariekondo

Today on the blog: How I turned (part of) my tiny

Today on the blog: How I turned (part of) my tiny garage into our home office! 💻🖨🗄
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Link in bio!
#homeoffice #workathome #adapting

So, I haven't been posting much here lately... 202

So, I haven't been posting much here lately... 2020 has been a year of change, not just for the world, but big changes for our family too. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧
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My husband and I decided in January that I would transition to less work hours and start homeschooling our 2 girls fall of 2020. Welp, in March, that decision was made for us so we started right then.
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It's taken almost this long to get into a good groove and find our (realistic) daily rhythm.
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I get asked a lot about homeschooling and most people think that it looks just like the "virtual schooling" that is happening all over the country right now - but it's a far cry from that model. In fact, we spend very little time in front of screens.
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Our homeschooling mostly consists of being outside, whether that's our weekly hikes and nature study with our local @wildandfree.co group, reading and writing on a blanket in our yard, or doing some @wildmathcurriculum with twigs and leaves.🌿
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It's been an interesting journey 'unschooling' my own brain and revising my expectations on what I'm used to school looking like (public school kid, here). Each day I find us tweaking things based on what does and doesn't work and it's been a huge growing experience for myself in many ways. 🤯
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My husband and I sat down in Jan and made a list of our family values, what characteristics we'd like our kids to have and we created a loose roadmap that would connect those ideas into an actionable reality. ✔
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We knew we wanted nature to be a primary focus in our kids lives as it is in our own so I started seeing what other nature-loving homeschool families were doing. Through our local wild+free group we have found a community of amazing people who share many of our values and love connecting in nature. I feel like I have genuinely found my mama tribe and get so filled-up each time we adventure together.🌱
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Going forward, you'll probably see a lot more posts like this as my business and life evolve to reflect this season. Hope you stick around! Appreciate all your support and I love you all! 💕

🍁🍂🍃According to a @sparefoot survey, 45%

🍁🍂🍃According to a @sparefoot survey, 45% of Americans think that fall is the *best* time to get organized!

🍁🍂🍃Each season change brings a fresh opportunity to clear out clutter from the past season and organize items that will be used for the upcoming season. Out with the sun dresses, shorts and pool toys... in with the long underwear, coats and sleds.

🍁🍂🍃Let us know if we can help you wrangle your fall and summer items to get organized this fall!

Storing items out of sight and getting them off th

Storing items out of sight and getting them off the counter can go a loooong way in making your kitchen feel more open and peaceful.
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If you have clear cabinet doors, be careful about what you store in there. Too much visual stimulation leads to feelings of overwhelm and clutter - even if it's all perfectly organized.
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#organizedkitchen #kitchendesign #kitchenorganizing

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US! 🎂🎉 Helloooo Giveaway!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US! 🎂🎉 Helloooo Giveaway!
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Organizing KC officially turned 9 years old (what?!!) in July but (thanks to the 'rona) we are just now celebrating. Hey, better late than never!
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In honor of 9 amazing years helping Kansas City get organized we are doing a HUGE giveaway on Wednesday 9/9!
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For ONE DAY only we are giving away Gift Cards for 50-FREAKING-% OFF!! How awesome to get SIX hours of help for the price of THREE HOURS!?
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We can help YOU get organized or you can send the gift card to friends or family!
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Some popular sessions lately have been:
--Household Flow: laundry/cleaning routines, creating/implementing good habits, scheduling, chore charts (getting kids involved)
--Home Office Organizing: configuring work-at-home space, developing work flow systems, creating good filing systems
--Homeschool/Virtual School Organizing: help creating a work-conducive environment, re-configuring teaching roles/managing expectations, integrating movement outlets into screen-time
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We would love to help you get organized in your home, work or your life! Message us with any questions!
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For 50% OFF Use Promo Code: 9YEARS
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Link on website!

Do you make time for planning *everyday*? . My p

Do you make time for planning *everyday*?
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My planner lives in my bed side table, usually with a pencil tucked inside. Might seem like a weird place to keep it, but I've tried using it throughout the day and I never end up looking at it. Mostly I'm just too busy running around and doing things all day...
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But, at the very end of the day when I'm climbing into bed and finished doing all the things, I make time to read and plan. It kind of starts as a brain dumb and bullet list diary of sorts. I write down some key points/events of the day and then I fill in some expected ones for the next few days.
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I like to keep it super simple:
--- I draw a light, straight line through the things that happened or to-do's I accomplished
~~~I draw a squiggle line through it If something didn't happen
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I designate a small area of the day/box for different things and always write those in the same spot:
🔳 Daily + Weekly Goals
🔳Dinners
🔳Homeschool work
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I write ideas, long term goals, random notes, etc on the alternate page/back.
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I shopped around for a planner forever and it turns out that the basic, Moleskin Weekly/Monthly planner hit's the spot.
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Check out today's stories for more details!
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How do YOU plan?
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#planner #weeklyplanner #braindump #organzedlife #failtoplanplantofail

TLDR; Organizing the abstract 'work/office flow' (

TLDR; Organizing the abstract 'work/office flow' (habits/routines and systems) is equally (maybe more) important than organizing the physical space.
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Having a physically organized work area is so vital when it comes to productivity and clear-thinking.
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Re-setting a work space is important to do every few months so that things can return to their homes and new items can get assigned and placed in a home.
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Work FLOW is huuuuge. If there aren't *manageable* (keyword, meaning you actually use them) systems in place, it's all going to get backed up again soon, anyway!
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#workflow #workathome #homeoffice #workorganized #professionalorganizers #organizedlife

Because sometimes you just need a little office re

Because sometimes you just need a little office reset to reignite those creative and productive work vibes. 💡💥
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Just a couple hours of some decluttering, donating, filing and dusting can reaaaally go a long way!
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Swipe for BEFORE!
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#homeoffice #organizing #workathome #reset

#tbt to one of the first sewing rooms I ever organ

One of my most favorite organizing hacks: stations

One of my most favorite organizing hacks: stations and kits!
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You can streamline almost any kind of process by just creating a station or a kit with the materials you use for it on a regular basis.
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We took 3 drawers in this clients laundry room to create an easy, convenient gifting station.
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This concept can be applied literally anywhere in any category and on-the-go too! I have specific bags I use (think pool bag-ish) for different activities. One bag for organizing sessions, one for homeschool nature study group and I even keep my home-office in a bag so I can take it with me around the house or to a coffee shop!
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What do you need to create a station for?
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What can you put in a bag??

A newly refreshed basement storage room. ✔📦 .

A newly refreshed basement storage room. ✔📦
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Ahhh, yesss.
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Swipe for 'before'.

Since so many of us have been working from home fo

Since so many of us have been working from home for a few months now, the novelty of it all might be starting to wear off. 👩‍💻
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Maybe you have started noticing that you aren’t as productive as you’d like to be or you can’t quite figure out how to emulate that conducive work environment...
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New on the blog, you will find a quick start guide to creating and optimizing your work-at-home flow!📈
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Work smarter, not harder!
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Link in bio!
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#workathome #homeoffice #officeorganizing #workflow

📣📣 We are SOOO excited to announce that we a

📣📣 We are SOOO excited to announce that we are NOW OPEN and booking appointments again! 🎉
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If you'd like help taming home, work or life chaos - we can help! 👊
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Whether that looks like getting your household flow in order (family routines, schedule and meal planning, responsibility charts) or jumping in to help organize the garage or other space for summer, we would love to be a part of simplifying your life!
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What needs organized in your life?

Tomorrow at 1:30pm! Live interview with @organizin

Tomorrow at 1:30pm! Live interview with @organizingkc owner, Shawna Childers! Get link at Organizing KC Facebook page!
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All about Household Flow!!
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#householdflow #kansascity #professionalorganizer #organizing #speaking

Throwback Thursday: A look at the pretty tea setup

Throwback Thursday: A look at the pretty tea setup we had at our Jan 1st planning workshop. Did you attend?! We covered topics such as daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly tasks and routines, meal planning, laundry and more! #planning #organizing #tea #buffet #housedecor #householdflow #householdmanagement #management #ideas #throwbackthursday #kcorganizing #organizingkc

Here’s a closer look at Aundrea’s drink statio

Here’s a closer look at Aundrea’s drink station from the kitchen tour (check out our IG TV!). What would be (or is) at your drink station? Tell us: Do you have a favorite mug, water bottle, tea, drink of choice, or essential appliance? #drinkstation #drinks #coffee #tea #mug #waterbottle #evolve #hotwaterheater #cutekitchen #kitchen #organizing #organizingkc #style #kitchendesign #kitchenstyle

Kitchen: Before / After. Cabinets and pantry re-se

Kitchen: Before / After. Cabinets and pantry re-set for optimal function. What area of your kitchen is either: MOST organized and/or LEAST organized? #kitchen #organization #function #layout #planning #spaces #prettykitchen #kitchenorganizing #kcspaces #workflow #organizingkc

Happy St Patrick’s Day! We’re celebrating indo

Happy St Patrick’s Day! We’re celebrating indoors with a tea party (served in a shamrock tea set) and fiddle music. What are your St Patrick’s Day traditions? Have you adjusted your normal celebration this year? #StPatrick’sDay #celebration #indoors #quarantine #teaparty #shamrockteaset #kansascity #organizing #organizingkc

You guys know that I have been obsessed with the b

You guys know that I have been obsessed with the book Atomic Habits by @jamesclear for the past few weeks. I have been listening to it on repeat and it is seriously so amazing.
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I feel like I want to put the audio book on and listen to it in my sleep so I can absorb these nuggets of wisdom by osmosis LOL. It's the greatest hits compilation of the best habits and systems to follow for an optimal life. It also helps that he is an amazing storyteller!
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I just left an appointment and the feeling portrayed in this quote of his is really sticking out to me right now after our session. I just love so much how I can help other people live better lives and be happier in their spaces and systems. I've always done work that I love, but *this* work is SO meaningful to me because it is also so meaningful to my clients.
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Knowing that I am helping other people to live with less stress and more empowerment is seriously the best feeling, ever. I am constantly so thankful that I get earn a living by doing work that I am so passionate about and creating these connections with amazing, beautiful people who increase my happiness and self-value just as much as I am helping them.
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I am just overwhelmed with feeling so happy and grateful. Hashtag blessed, lol. 🤣
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#shawnagetsemotional #meaningful #gratitude #kansascity #kcmom #organizing #householdflow

Want to change your life? Follow the advice in thi

Want to change your life? Follow the advice in this (audio)book!
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It's so soooo good. So many awesome little nuggets of truth and wisdom in here: habit stacking, basing habits on identity, affirmations, environment...
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Highly recommend this book to anyone trying to implement new habits or improve an area of their life. .
#atomichabits #selfimprovement #motivation

Never underestimate the power of a room reset with

Never underestimate the power of a room reset with @organizingkc
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It's easier than you think.
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{Swipe for before.}
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#professionalorganizing #leawoodks #organizingreset
#everythinginitsplace

The evolution of this home office now accommodates

The evolution of this home office now accommodates both adults and kids. All it needed was a little bit of definition and lots of sorting to make it a relaxing work and play space. #homeoffice #office #organizing #organization #organizingideas #ideasforhomeoffice #organizingkc #professionalorganizer #professionalorganizing

At the workshop on the 1st we talked a lot about h

At the workshop on the 1st we talked a lot about helping the kids and other family members get on board with the household tasks.
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Some of the things might seem overwhelming to kids or people who have never done them before... so the best way to help them learn those tasks is by having them watch you do it and then trying to do it themselves!
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Finally, have them teach it to someone else in the family!
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#watchdoteach #learning #responsibility #teamwork #family

Yesterday's 2020 Planning Workshop was freaking am

Yesterday's 2020 Planning Workshop was freaking amaaazing!! .
20 ladies... all with clipboards and planners in hand, making lists and plans for a productive and less stressed new year... .
We had some great discussions and so many awesome suggestions for more successful implementing and tips for how to get everyone participating! .
Can't wait until the next one this spring. Stay tuned!!
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#2020 #2020goals #planning #organizednewyear #mealplanning #laundryroutine #chorecharts #workshops

This workshop is officially SOLD OUT! . SO excited

This workshop is officially SOLD OUT!
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SO excited to see you ladies tomorrow, just finished compiling the goodie bags!! .
Stay tuned for another workshop this spring! 💕

You guys! Check out one of my all-time favorite pl

You guys! Check out one of my all-time favorite planners! @bloomdailyplanners is more than just a regular appointment scheduler. It includes a bunch of amazing planning templates to help you clarify your intentions, get into positive routines, set (and track!) goals, and even REVIEW your year at the end.
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These are a *few* of my favorite pages:
2. PERSONAL MISSION STATEMENT- I love how this makes you think about and identify what kind of energy you want to project going forward.
3. MORE + LESS - we always know what we need more of, but I love how this page also helps me define what I need LESS of, also vital.
4. MOBILE VISION BOARD - Shrink down that vision board and instead of tacking it up somewhere, keep it *with* you so you can glance back at it when you're in need of inspo.
5. GOAL SETTING - I love how there are multiple places for different kinds of goals including books to read, places to visit and things to look forward to.
6. GOAL TRACKING - How cool is it to have a plan for goals that involves not only just setting them but managing the how-to achieve part and bridging that gap from wish to action plan.
7. WEEKLY TEMPLATE - Yes! Being able to see the whole week schedule at a glance is amazing. Having that big picture view of what you need to do helps find room for the things that you *want* to (or should) do.
8. IDEAL WEEK - This is one of my most favorite pages because it gives you a space to explore how your ideal self would spend your time so you can make it a reality.
9. MONTHLY TASKS - This is such a great to-do checklist for all of the random stuff that we really should be doing *each* month that if often forgotten or overlooked.
10. YEARLY REVIEW - In order for us to keep "blossoming" and evolving into something more amazing, we have to take a look back and process how far we have come so far. Noting our failures is also important but it doesn't have to be defeating. We can learn so much about how to improve ourselves by paying attention to how we have acted in the past.
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Also, if you have tickets for my Jan 1st planning workshop, we will be doing similar exercises and what better way to keep them than in your planner!
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Amazon Link in bio!!

Every office needs an occasional reset. The turn o

Every office needs an occasional reset. The turn of a new year is the perfect time to schedule some time to organize your office and work flow.
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A big chunk of our time today was spent on filing. If you can carve out some upfront time to organize your paperwork and filing system, it saves a ton of time later down the road. .
I recommend my clients do an end of the year paperwork purge each year to help mitigate 'overflow'. Store as many files as you can electronically and opt out of paper-billing on all of your accounts.
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We also did some decluttering where we moved a lot of items off of the desk and out of sight. It might not seem like it, but subconsciously, our brains translate clutter into anxiety and stress. A clean, clear environment is so much more conducive to clear, creative thinking.
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Taking the time to reset your workspace, whether it's an office, a countertop or a closet will go miles in helping you work happier and more productively.

Happiest of Holidays from Shawna and Aundrea!! We

Happiest of Holidays from Shawna and Aundrea!! We just want to say thank you so much to all of our awesome clients who support and inspire us! 💕 WE LOOOOVE YOU!
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#professionalorganizer #professionalorganizing

A sobering reminder... . It's so easy for me to fo

A sobering reminder...
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It's so easy for me to forget and just say, "Oh, just let me reply to this email really quick." or "I'm just going to post this story first." Being a work-at-home mama is SO hard sometimes. Balance is arduous.
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Sometimes social media totally overwhelms me and I feel like if I'm not constantly posting or doing stories than my business isn't going to stay relevant. It's weird that this little electronic device has such an emotional hold over me. Sometimes I feel all this pressure to keep 'liking' and 'commenting' or subconsciously I feel like all this work I've done on my business in the past 9 years is just all going to come CRASHING DOWN. It's irrational and stressful.
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My goal going into 2020 is to be more firm on my "work" and "home" hours. It's so easy in this digital age to let the two bleed together, and usually, they do.
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In the Jan 1st workshop we are going to create our ideal daily schedule which includes work and home hours. When I'm at "home" the phone goes in the phone basket. When I'm at "work" I can reply, like, comment, post...
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It's so important to reset these boundaries regularly, because inevitably the lines blur anyway.
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What helps you other work-at-home parents keep "work" and "home" separate?
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#workathome #momguilt #boundaries #socialmedia #workhomebalance

You guys!! I am so excited about this Jan 1st Hous

You guys!! I am so excited about this Jan 1st Household Flow Planning Workshop! 📅📋✔
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Not only are we going to majorly get our shit together for 2020, but we will do it all while munching on a delicious catered lunch from the amazing Katie at @msthrillkillscatering
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Only a few tickets left! Link in bio! 🎫
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#getorganized #planning #householdflow #newyear

Sometimes organizing help isn't all sorting and la

Sometimes organizing help isn't all sorting and labels. Sometimes it just looks like rearranging furniture and a figuring out a better room flow.
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We are awesome at helping you determine your ideal use of a space and helping you make that happen while still keeping in mind your established habits so your routines don't get thrown off.
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This mama needed a better flow for her kids work and play space in their family room. We move the couch against the windows and created a spot on the left side of the room for a kids work table and activity shelves. We did a little decluttering and created a room where each space had a specific purpose. This will go a long way in helping maintain functionality.
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There's always room for a little optimizing!

All 3 of my girls loved playing in the snow today

All 3 of my girls loved playing in the snow today but I think the furriest one loved it the most. 💕🐕

It's cool if you change your tastes. Outgrowing ce

It's cool if you change your tastes. Outgrowing certain energy is inevitable.
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But... edit your feed accordingly.
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Negativity is a sly little fox, once it creeps in you never know what kind of mess it's going to make.

These are the best years of my freakin' life. @opt

These are the best years of my freakin' life. @optimizing_mama

Are you going to try anything new in 2020? . I sta

Are you going to try anything new in 2020?
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I started a little early this year and have been doing #5x5stronglifts with a #kettlebell 3x a week since Dec 1.
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It's been hard and amazing all at once. Today: my legs are freakin' jello. But daaaaang that booty is coming in nicely. 💪

Yesss! Thank you @joshua_becker for this awesome l

Yesss! Thank you @joshua_becker for this awesome list!
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Over the years, I remember and cherish so much more the experiences and time spent with my loved ones (or the rare gifted alone time!) than the items I've gotten as presents. As a kid, I remember the fun times, not so much the fun things...
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Experiences > Things!
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...Unless it's a robot vacuum or a vitamix. Those count as experiences, amiright?! 🤪

**GIVEAWAY!**📣 . Have you ever felt overwhelmed

**GIVEAWAY!**📣
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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all of the household tasks that need to be accomplished? .
We can help you streamline your household flow! We specialize in helping families implement productive routines where everyone takes responsibility—think laundry systems, meal plans, chores etc.
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We are giving one lucky winner:
•2 Hour Household Flow Session ($200 value)
•Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar + Chore Chart
•Weekly Meal Planning NotePad
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Enter your email address at the link in my bio for a chance to win! [You can keep or give away as a gift!]
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Want an extra entry? Share this post in your story (and tag @organizingkc) or tag a friend below! Each friend tagged in a separate comment equals another entry. Good luck!
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Winner will be announced Friday, 12/13. This giveaway is in no way affiliated with instagram.

Join us Jan 1st, 2020 at the @vintagehouse7612 in

Join us Jan 1st, 2020 at the @vintagehouse7612 in #downtownop to connect, discuss and create your own household flow plan over warm tea and a catered lunch.
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Start the year organized. Start with a plan. Start with us!
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Ticket link in bio!

Thank you to Alexandra at @stitchingtaleskc for th

Thank you to Alexandra at @stitchingtaleskc for the gorgeous, live Christmas wreath. .
It smells so amazing, too!

Growth is never easy, fast or comfortable. And yea

Growth is never easy, fast or comfortable. And yeah, it often feels like drowning a little bit.
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But dang, sink to the bottom of that ocean and the only place to go is up.
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#growth #evolve #metamorphosis #keeponkeepingon #grit

Day 1 of December-long kettlebell challenge comple

Day 1 of December-long kettlebell challenge completed. ✔ #5x5stronglifts .
Feeling strong (and jello legged) over here.
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I've been putting off starting strength training for so long. Now that I'm finally doing it I have that feeling again like I can literally do anything. That feeling I had after each of my girls homebirths and after finishing a 3 day water fast.
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I feel like a goddamn lioness right now. ROAR.
- @optimizing.mama
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#plussizefitness #kettlebells #workoutathome #ladyboss

Yesss!! Allll of these things are so amazing. I ap

Yesss!! Allll of these things are so amazing. I appreciate when each one of you takes the time to like, share, and comment! A little goes a long way for us!
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Thanks for supporting me as I live the dream! I love you all!! 💕
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#femalebusinessowner #smallbusiness #shopsmall #shoplocal #entrepreneur #smallbusinessowner

Seriously. This is why implementing a meal plannin

Seriously. This is why implementing a meal planning template is so important!
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Join us on Jan 1st at the 'Start 2020 Organized' workshop to build and customize your own meal planning template that will carry your household through the year! No more stress and fast, junky meals because there is no meal plan in place!
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We will also be talking about creating laundry and cleaning systems to help streamline those tasks as well!
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Get your household flow on point! Start the year organized. Start with us!
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Limited tickets are left! Link in bio!
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#householdflow #mealplanning #laundry #getorganized

📣Black Friday Sale!📣 . 🎁Get the perfect g

📣Black Friday Sale!📣
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🎁Get the perfect gift for that person who has everything, literally. 🎁
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Applies to all services!
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Only a few 50% off gift cards left! .
Get yours now, link in bio!

PSA: Happiness is a choice and that choice is mad

PSA:
Happiness is a choice and that choice is made internally.
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#conciousliving #experiencesoverthings

Yup, pretty amazing what a couple of hours and a f

Yup, pretty amazing what a couple of hours and a few shelves can do for a space!
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50% off gift cards now! Give the gift of organizing help! .
Link in bio! .
#garageorganization #organizedgarage #professionalorganizer

BLACK FRIDAY SALE! 📣 . 50% OFF ALLLLL gift card

BLACK FRIDAY SALE! 📣
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50% OFF ALLLLL gift cards through Dec 2!
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Organizing help is the perfect gift for someone who has everything (literally)!
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Give a gift card or use it yourself, we won't judge.
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Code: black50
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Link in bio!

Man, I would so love to be thinking about spring c

Man, I would so love to be thinking about spring cleaning again right about now...
#notreadyforwinter

Because every linen closet needs a little reset so

Because every linen closet needs a little reset sometimes!
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#linencloset #organizationreset #organizedcloset

That time I spoke to the Austin Tiny House Communi

That time I spoke to the Austin Tiny House Community about streamlining and simplifying.
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#downsizing #minimalism #tinyhouseliving #liveintentionally

Why wait?! Black Friday Sale starts NOW! . What's

Why wait?! Black Friday Sale starts NOW!
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What's the best gift you could give someone who has literally everything? HELP ORGANIZING IT!
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Now through Sunday Dec 1st ALL GIFT CARDS are 50% OFF!!
{You can give these as a gift or use them yourself, we won't judge!}
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These can be applied to ANY Organizing Service!
-General Organizing Consultation (home, work or life)
-Household Flow Session
-Toy Organization + Rotation Session
-General Organizing Session (home, work or life)
-Family Meeting Session
-Virtual Organizing Session
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LINK IN BIO!
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Gift cards must be used by March 31st, 2020. Not redeemable for cash.

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