The Guide to Simplifying Your Life

[At the Office]

Go Paperless
Telecommute (if you can)
One-touch system into three steps
Clean up your computer desktop and bookmarks
Use computer shortcuts
Watch out for time sucks
Set a 3-a-day rule

[Kitchen & Eating Routines]

Cook in advance to save energy and time
Shop with a plan
Make extras and eat your leftovers
Re-assess what you need to eat with
Re-assess your cooking needs
Eating healthier

[Wardrobe & Closet]

Buy enough for 2 cycles of laundry
Keep “Tidy”
Organize your clothes in a logical manner
Choose the right clothes for yourself
Wear different jewellery as a substitute for having more clothes
Keep a smaller collection of makeup
Contain all the small things

[Self-Maintenance]

Keep your hair simple
Simplify your makeup
Use up what you’ve got
Simplify your routines

[Time Management]

Learn to say no
Don’t do it all by yourself
Don’t be so hard on yourself
Think before you speak
A stitch in time, saves nine
Consolidate tasks and errands

[House and Home]

Digitize your life
Take back your time
Get rid of the big things
Clean up & Pile up as you go
De-clutter slowly

[Finances]

Automate your bills
Consolidate bank accounts
Simple budgeting and expense tracking
Keep 1-2 credit cards and use them wisely
Use cash or debit only
Stay organized with your tax receipts