Joy Loving Home (2)We’ve all heard the age old question…
Which came first? The Chicken or The Egg?
In Organizing the question is…
Which comes first? Catching Up or Keeping Up?
There are two different philosophies surrounding this question. Let’s look at the pros and cons to each. Then I will share where I stand on this question.
Keeping Up
The idea of Keeping Up before you can catch up is valid. Your house didn’t get to its current state overnight and you can’t expect it to change overnight either. Starting with the discipline of systems and routines makes sense. It allows you to slowly see progress overtime by developing lasting habits that will help you dig out of your current state of disorganization and clutter.
If you like the sound of this method, you might consider reading The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. He outlines steps to take each morning that will set you up for success. While they are not directly related to decluttering and organizing, they create a framework of …