The Only Clutter Control Book You'll Ever Need

by Mattei, Andrea; Adams, Bob (CON); Adamson, Eve (CON); Jones, Katina Z. (CON); Rich, Jason (CON)

• ISBN13: 9781593370220
• ISBN10: 1593370229
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-07-01
• Publisher: Adams Media Corp

Summary

Are you sick of overstuffed kitchen cabinets, closets ready to explode, and rooms full of junk piled sky-high?

Author Biography

Andrea Mattei, author of The "I Have a Life" Bride's Guide, is the former managing editor of MR, a leading monthly men's fashion trade magazine in New York City. She lives in Waltham, MA.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. vii
Slaying the Clutter Dragon	p. 1
Simplify, Simplify
When Your Cup Runneth Over
Clutter Intangibles
Environment as Metaphor
Making More Space
Reduce Clutter, Reduce Stress
Uncluttering Your Schedule	p. 11
Organizing Your Morning
Capitalizing on Your Commuting Time
Taking Control of the Rest of Your Day
Learning to Prioritize
Setting Goals
Keeping a Firm Handle on Your Time
Recognizing and Coping with Stress	p. 25
Types of Stress
The Effects of Mental Stress
Stress and Your Self-Esteem
Fighting Stress by Focusing Your Energy
Stress-Proofing Your Life	p. 37
Getting Enough Sleep
Drinking More Water
Taking Your Vitamins
Breaking Bad Habits
Re-energizing with Exercise
Stress Relief for Your Mind and Spirit
Keeping Stress in Check
Obstacles to Motivation and Organization	p. 49
Getting to the Root of the Problem
Outsmarting Sensory Overload
Keeping Emotions in Check
Beware of Parkinson's Law
Excuses, Excuses
Adjusting Your Attitude
When Procrastination Rears Its Ugly Head
The Pains of Perfectionism
Clutter Control Basics	p. 65
Evaluating Your Living Space
Breaking Organization into Manageable Tasks
Sorting Through Your Stuff
The Moving Mess
Basic Tools of the Trade
Maintaining Clutter Control
Conquering Closet Clutter	p. 79
Exploring Your Closets
Maximizing Your Space
Finding the Right Hangers
Considering Closet Organizers
Customizing Your Closets
Broadening Your Horizons
Clearing Your Kitchen	p. 91
Taking Stock
Freeing Countertops from Clutter
Reconfiguring Cabinets and Drawers
Devising Extra Drawer Space
Organizing Your Refrigerator and Freezer
Clipping Coupons Efficiently
Organizing Recipes
Dealing with Trash and Recyclables
Creating a Comfortable Living Room or Family Room	p. 103
Recognizing Your Needs
Arranging Your Entertainment Center
Keeping Up with Your Computer Area
Displaying Artwork and Collectibles
In a Book Bind?
Organizing Photographs
Adding Tranquility to Your Living Room
Arranging a Spacious Dining Area	p. 117
Determining Your Needs
Storage Options
Protecting Your Fine China
Stocking Your Liquor Cabinet
All Clear!
Uncluttering Your Bathrooms	p. 125
Considering Your Needs
Using Your Space to the Fullest
Racking Up
Keeping Your Bathroom Clean
Building a Better Bedroom Environment	p. 133
Scaling Back
Assessing Your Stuff
Blending Aesthetics with Function
Tackling Those Dreaded Dresser Drawers
Conquering Clutter Monsters Under the Bed
Storing Sheets and Other Bedding Accessories
Considering Your Guest Room
Controlling Clutter with Your Kids	p. 145
Evaluating Your Options
Motivating Your Kids
Kid Clutter Basics
Finding Solutions When Space Is Tight
Clutter Control as Kids Grow
Finding the Right Furniture
Maintaining a Work Space That Works for You	p. 159
Stress-Proofing Your Work Life
Pounce on the Paper Problem
For Convenience Sake
Minor Details
Capitalizing on Your Computer
Organizing Your Home Office
Planning to Be Productive
Lessening Your Laundry Room Mess	p. 175
Situating Your Laundry Area
Thinking Strategically
Targeting Other Trouble Spots	p. 181
Finding a Place for Everything
Beating the Mess in Your Basement
Attacking the Junk in Your Attic
Grappling with Garage Clutter
Organizing the Outdoors	p. 191
Finding the Right Furniture
Now You're Cooking
Creating Outdoor Storage Solutions
Organizing Your Space
Staying Clutter-Free	p. 201
Keeping Up with Clutter
Cleaning the House
Index	p. 209
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