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5 Tips To Help Any Person Struggling To Stay Organized

Way to keep your life a little less messy.

Sela Marino

Apr 10, 2019

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5 Tips To Help Any Person Struggling To Stay Organized

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There are certain times in my life where I am not afraid to admit that I have been a mess, and I mean a literal mess. I'm sure we've all hit that point where we just don't know where any of our stuff is, what tests and assignments are coming up, etc. Hopefully with these 5 tips, staying organized will be a little easier.

Get a Planner and Actually Use it.

I find I'm the most organized when I have one place to write everything down. The problem for me is, I'm not consistent with it. At the beginning of the school year, or quarter, I'll write down all the test dates and all upcoming assignments, but then never look at it again. I've even tried using the calendar app on my phone, and am still not very successful at it. It's also good to keep in mind what works for someone else, may not work for you; for example I've found that I am more fond of the monthly spread rather than a week by week, because it's less to keep up with and I can see my entire month planned out on one or two pages. Recently I've been using a bullet journal, and I really like it because I get more creative freedom and if I miss a week there's not a whole empty week with nothing written on it, I can just skip it and start drawing for the next week. Do a bit a trial and error and see what works best for you.

Color Coding.

Not only can color coding look visually appealing, but it can also help you distinguish between different topics and subjects. Typically I'll pick out a color for a class and highlight or used a colored pen for everything I need to do for that class. Or if I'm studying, I'll highlight all of my vocabulary words or formulas in a certain color and highlight all of the definitions or answers in a different color. I've found that it's easier for me to remember things easier.

Create a Schedule and Follow It.

When I see I have a bunch of assignments starting to pile up, I'll create a schedule for myself to help get them all done in a timely matter. I'll look at everything that I need to do, think about how long it'll take for me to do them, and divide them up accordingly. However, making a schedule isn't the only thing, you also need to make sure you follow it. I find it less intimidating to have an action plan on what needs to get done.

Daily To-Do Lists.

Having a To-Do list makes it easier to see what you need to get done on that day. Whether it's written down on a piece of paper or somewhere on your phone, being able to actually see what you need to get done is easier than trying to remember everything you need to do. If you weren't able to finish everything, just write it down for the next day. Personally, I find it super satisfying to look at a completely checked off list of everything I was able to get done.

Spring Cleaning.

Sometimes a good cleaning session can help make everything look and seem so much more organized. Getting rid of old assignments, books, clothes, everything and anything you want. This can help you feel invigorated and motivated. It's also a great starting place to keep being organized.

I'm sure there are many more ways to stay organized or different ways that work better for you. Life can get busy and sometimes we just let it sweep everything up, but being organized can help keep us a little more sane.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

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2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

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8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

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12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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