NEWSLETTER - Oct’25
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At our recent NAPO-NY Chapter meeting, we hosted a remarkable panel around the client experience. The conversation reminded me how much courage it takes to open your home to another person. Clients spoke candidly about the vulnerability of letting someone into their space, the drawers, the piles, the habits, and the relief and transformation that followed.
Each story was raw and real. Many began their organizing journey during a major life transition: a new home, a milestone birthday, or simply the feeling of “I can’t live like this anymore.” They described the process as life-changing, not because of what they let go of, but because of what they gained: clarity, confidence, and a sense of calm.
As I get ready to welcome my new team into my home to declutter and refresh my space, I feel humbled to step into the same vulnerable experience my clients so often share. This process will make me an even better organizer, deepen my empathy, and remind me how meaningful it is to be supported with kindness and without judgment.
DID YOU KNOW?
Many people assume that hiring a professional organizer is simply about creating a neat space. In truth, most reach out during times of transition or overwhelm, when life feels out of balance and the weight of “stuff” mirrors the weight of everything else.
A move, a new baby, a loss, or even burnout can be a catalyst for change. Organizing becomes more than arranging things on a shelf; it’s a process of renewal that allows you to regain clarity, restore control, and reconnect with what truly matters.
QUICK TIPS -
Begin small — one shelf, one drawer, one zone.
Focus on progress, not perfection.
Reframe “getting help” as gaining support.
Remember: vulnerability is strength in action.
MUST HAVES
Products and bins can bring order, yet perspective is what changes everything. Sometimes it takes a trusted organizer or a friend with fresh eyes to see the potential hiding in plain sight.
WHAT’S HOT
Organizing is increasingly seen as a form of self-care. It’s about giving yourself permission to ask for support and realizing you don’t have to do it all alone.
One client compared working with an organizer to working with a personal trainer, hairstylist, or accountant: someone who helps you maintain your lifestyle and lift a weight off your shoulders.
SPOTLIGHT
At our recent NAPO-NY client panel, participants spoke openly about what organizing has meant to them. Their words say it best.
“It allowed me to live better than I’ve ever lived.”
“I thought getting organized meant going to The Container Store. I had no idea how personal the process really was.”
“It’s been life-changing, not just about decluttering, but about realizing I don’t have to do it all myself.”
These reflections capture the courage, transformation, and relief that come from allowing yourself to be supported — a powerful reminder that organizing is about so much more than the stuff.
MUST READ
🔗What Is Your Clutter Costing You? by Robyn Reynolds
Clutter isn’t just messy—it’s costly. In this insightful new book, certified professional organizer and NAPO colleague Robyn Reynolds reveals how disorganization quietly drains time, money, and energy. With humor and empathy, she shows that getting organized isn’t about perfection—it’s about reclaiming your well-being and creating systems that truly support your life.
CLOSING THOUGHTS
Whether you’re managing a new baby, an aging parent, a new home, or a busy career, remember:
You don’t have to do it alone.
Asking for help takes courage — and that’s where transformation begins.