I love helping my clients succeed as they make changes in their lives. Being part of their organizing journey as they experiment and grow is a privilege.
Prioritizing goals, changing habits, and learning new skills is no small feat. It takes patience, time, and curiosity. Sometimes, I’m asked, “How much can you accomplish in a one-hour virtual organizing session?”
Of course, that depends. However, it doesn’t matter if you’re planning, decluttering, assessing, or something else. My goal is to help my clients experience and notice their progress during every session.
Progress shows up in different ways. It might be . . .
Having a perspective shift
Decluttering a surface
Reducing overwhelm
Letting go of unhelpful ideas
Making decisions about emotionally charged possessions
Gaining clarity around the next tiny, doable step
Designing an organizational solution for a challenging area
Planning a big project
Figuring out where to start
Gaining confidence
Identifying potential obstacles
Noticing the changes they made
Learning new skills
Organizing mind clutter
Brainstorming about how to prioritize commitments and goals
Getting unstuck
Organizing a specific area
Improving their mood
Feeling empowered by their progress and agency
An Essential Question
My friend and colleague, Juliet Landau-Pope, begins each client session with this question. It’s a beautiful query because it encourages the client to review their progress and identify the benefits they’re experiencing. She asks,
“What value did you get from the last virtual organizing session?”
I listen carefully to what my clients say. They talk about their obstacles, positive changes, progress, and goals.
My clients experience many positive results from their one-hour virtual organizing sessions. I’m sharing their inspiring thoughts with you, which are categorized into five areas. They are:
Clutter
Progress
Mood
Enjoyment
Empowerment
41 Inspiring Results Clients Describe About Their Virtual Organizing Sessions
Clutter
“I’m in the process of un-messing.”
“The bedroom is more habitable.”
“Clutter is more energy than it’s worth.”
“The couch looks better.”
“My pile of ‘going’ is getting bigger.”
“Stuff was much more overflowing before.”
“I now have a blueprint for how to declutter.”
Progress
“I made headway.”
“So much progress has been made.”
“Once on a roll, it’s easier.”
“I got so much done during our session.”
“It’s a big deal for me to be this focused.”
“I am making significant progress. I couldn’t do that a while ago.”
“Wow! This is starting to come together.”
“I feel more in control.”
“I see the light at the end of the tunnel.”
“I now have a blueprint for how to declutter.”
Mood
“Things feel mentally more manageable.”
“I am way less overwhelmed.”
“I feel better.”
“I am so relieved to be dealing with this.”
“I feel good. I was down in the dumps when I couldn’t do anything.”
“It’s good to talk about emotional strategies to make it better.”
“This feels so good what we did today.”
“At the beginning of our session, I felt like crying. Now I feel giddy.”
“I’m in a better mood now.”
Enjoyment
“This was super helpful and fruitful.”
“Who knew organizing could be so fun?”
“This was very helpful. It was better than I thought it would be.”
“I really enjoyed our session.”
“This has been so much fun.”
“I see the light at the end of the tunnel.”
Empowerment
“Things are improving. I’ve got this.”
“I have a plan that I can actually accomplish.”
“Not insurmountable anymore.”
“I’m in a whole other place than before.”
“It's not scary anymore.”
“I know I can do it. I can pair things down.”
“Not impossible or unconquerable.”
“I feel very motivated.”
“This is so liberating. I deserve this.”
“This is empowering.”
“I can do this!”
Virtual Organizing is a Powerful Path Forward
Which client experiences resonate with you? Have you worked with a Virtual Professional Organizer? If so, what positive results did you experience? I’d love to hear your thoughts. I invite you to join the conversation.
Do you need help getting unstuck, making a plan, decluttering, or organizing? If so, I’m ready to help. Please email me at linda@ohsorganized.com, call 914-271-5673, or schedule a Discovery Call. Moving forward is possible, especially with support.
