I spend my days with people standing at a crossroads in life. Their kids are grown. Their house is quieter than it used to be. The place that once felt full of energy and purpose now feels… bigger than necessary. A little more exhausting to manage. As a professional organizer and senior advisor, I work […]
Aging in place
The Anxiety of Too Much Stuff
Understanding the Mental Health Cost of Clutter Most of us know the physical weight of clutter—the boxes stacked in the basement, the guest room that’s become “the room where things go to be forgotten,” or the kitchen drawer that can’t close without a firm shove and a prayer. But there’s another weight we don’t always […]
Speaking With Hart
What I share when speaking to groups I’ve been called many things over the years: professional organizer, senior advisor, real estate professional, downsizing coach, even “miracle worker” (that one makes me blush, but I’ll take it). All of these roles really came from the same place in my heart: I love helping people make sense […]
I’m Ready! Now What?
Part Two of the “Am I Ready?” Series: Moving From Thinking to Doing You thought about it last week when you opened up that crowded linen closet, full of items you haven’t used for years. You think about it every time the yard needs extra attention. You thought about it today “I’m tired of rattling […]
Thinking About Downsizing?
Why just considering it means you’ve already started. Here is something I’ve learned: downsizing isn’t just about square footage. It’s about life, and it’s about change. Downsizing is about identity, memory, comfort, fear, and freedom. It’s about everything you’ve built in your home and everything you’re imagining for what comes next. That’s why it’s so […]
How To Talk About the Last Few Chapters
…With Children Who Aren’t Ready To Think About It Let’s face it—no one really likes to talk about the last chapters. Not when you mean the chapters in your life that include big decisions about where you live, how you live, and what you leave behind (both emotionally and materially). However, you, my wise and seasoned […]
