As we are about to wrap up year two of the pandemic, many words describe 2021. Some common words and phrases for 2021, including “vaxxed, variant, hybrid work, The Great Resignation, and languishing,” appeared in a recent Grammarly article. Uncertainty flavored the year, along with many ups and downs. Two words I frequently heard or witnessed were exhaustion and resilience.

Despite the challenges, we continued forward as we navigated the unknown, found untapped inner strength, extended compassion and grace to ourselves and others, and searched for balance and meaning in a continually changing landscape. 

At this reflective time of year, I appreciate revisiting the past before moving ahead to the future. As part of my review, I selected twelve highlights, one from each month, of the most valuable and loved organizing concepts of 2021. I hope you discover a seed idea that will bring inspiration and balance to your New Year. 

Where will you focus on creating the organization and balance you desire? Which people and projects will receive your time, energy, and attention? 

12 Most Valuable and Loved Organizing Ideas of the Year

1. Fresh Start - How to Embrace a Fresh Start After Feeling Upset by Your Break in Continuity

2. Embrace Change - My Surprising Find in a Fortune Cookie is the Amazing Secret About Change

3. Next Step - What Does Your Next Step Look Like During a Virtual Organizing Session?

4. Letting Go - Ways to Let Go and Grieve When an Enormous Loss Happened

5. Clutter - What Reasons Motivate Every Client to Easily Let Go of Clutter?

6. Time Management - Why It Absolutely Matters Where Your Time Gets Focused

7. Motivation - How to Improve Motivation By One Perspective Shift From Time to ‘Energy’ Management

8. Enlisting Help - 7 Best Organizing Self-Help Discoveries Made With My New Simple Plan

9. Mindfulness - 5 Positive Ways to Easily Practice Mindful Organizing in Your Life

10. Possibilities - Are You Curious What’s Possible When You Hire a Professional Organizer?

11. Wonderfully Human - How to Use Your Top Strengths and Flourish With These Simple Idea

12. Life Balance - 12 Amazing Ways to Mix Balance Into Your Life By Doing Less

My deepest gratitude goes to you for being an integral part of this vibrant community. We’ve had an incredible year of conversations and sharing. You bring learning, growth, support, and inspiration to every exchange. Thank you for regularly returning to participate and share the best of who you are. 

What inspired you this year? Which organizing concept resonates most with you? I’d love to hear your thoughts. I invite you to join the conversation.