Getting organized can be daunting. Everything is a mess. As much as you try to manage on a daily basis, everything is piling up. Emails, voice mails, the paper trail, dishes, laundry, shopping list, and then, our MINDS! If our space is not free and clear, neither can our emotions be. If you're anything like me, you want to clear the clutter, right? Getting organized makes life feel cleaner. I love simplicity. To me, it just feels right when things are put in their proper place. So, why is it so hard for some people to get organized? Too much stuff? Too much on your plate? Too little time? I hear you. We're all in the same boat. But getting organized does not need to be as daunting as you think is has to be. Organization is mental and it can also be very emotional. So, you're going to need to set the mood in order to get out there and move mountains. :-) Here are a 7 simple tips to success: 1)  Set the mood. If you have a diffuser, fill it with uplifting essential oils such as Grapefruit, Lemon, or Elevation blend. These pleasant aromas will help you tackle the emotions that would otherwise distract you and keep you from accomplishing your goals. Our sense of smell is the only sense directly related to our brain and aromatherapy can really change your mood! 2)  Get the tunes going. What kind of music will get you revved up or in great spirits? 3) Set a goal. Begin small. One room, one closet or even one pile at a time. If you think about the entire picture, you may get overwhelmed. At least I do. ;-) 4) Take inventory. Get a piece of paper and take note of what you have and what you can get rid of. My rule of thumb - if I haven't worn it, or used it in at least a year, it's time to say bye-bye. 5). Think about the most efficient way to organize. How would you like things to be displayed? Do you need hangers or organization mechanisms such as: dividers, shelving, boxes, crates, etc? Get those before you start so that you have somewhere to put your items. (It is imperative that you plan ahead and get what you need before you tackle that clutter). 6). Complete one project at a time. Stay put and complete one project at a time. Don’t move into a second area before you finish the first. If you are reorganizing a pantry, stay there. If you are reorganizing the folders in your mail program, don’t go into the pantry. Starting in smaller piles will again, keep you from overwhelm. 7). Don’t get distracted. Leave your phone out of the room. Leave all media out, with the exception of music. Keep the tunes flowing. Only leave for bathroom breaks and do it until it is done. Going forward: Let’s face it, maintaining our lives is quite a chore. We get so busy, everything quickly starts to pile up gain. So if you want to keep the un-clutter and organization going, put your stuff away! A small mess can turn into a huge mess if you keep avoiding it. If you take a few minutes each day, maintenance will be a hellava lot easier! I’ve given you several great tips on how to get organized and clean up your life and your spirit. I’d love to hear from you. What are you doing to un-clutter? Please leave your comments in the box below. If you like this article and found it useful, share it with your friends. Spread the love. Post it on FB, Pinterest or Tweet it. We all need tips from time to time. :-) XO, Hayley   P.S. A de-cluttered head can help create a more organized life. If you want to find out where I get the oils that best lift my mood, cause you know this girl only uses the best, click HERE