Can My Family Help with Organizing?
I recently received a fantastic question that I wanted to share because it opens up an exciting opportunity for families to learn about organizing and keeping their homes tidy. The question was: “Can my daughter, son, sister, or I help when your organizing team is here to make it go faster and save some money?”
The Short Answer: Yes, of Course!
Absolutely, you can help! I’m all about empowering people to learn organizing skills. When family members get involved, it helps them learn the process and ensures that everyone has a sense of ownership and pride in maintaining an organized home. Here’s why your participation is beneficial:
1. Learning Skills: When everyone in the house participates, they gain valuable organizing skills. This helps keep the home simplified, efficient, and peaceful long after we’ve finished our work.
2. Decision Making: It’s essential for the decision-makers in the house to be involved. Deciding whether items should be kept, donated, or recycled, and determining the best storage solutions requires their input. It ensures that the organization works well for everyone involved.
3. Team Participation: We love having family members act as part of the team. We can assign them appropriate responsibilities that match their interests and needs. This could be anything from making decisions about specific areas to helping with the physical work.
4. Physical Tasks: Organizing involves a lot of physical work. Family members who are physically fit can help you with tasks like carrying things up or down stairs, taking donations out to the garage or loading consignments. This speeds up the process and keeps everyone engaged.
Teaching Organizing Skills
I believe in the power of teaching organizing skills. An organized environment fosters an organized mind, freeing you up to enjoy life more fully. When we take the time to teach these skills, it does slow down the process a bit, but the long-term benefits are immense. Family members who learn these skills can maintain the organization even after we’re gone, making it a valuable investment of time.
Saving Time and Money
The main goal of involving family members is often to save time and money. While having helpers can speed up the process, the real value lies in the skills and habits developed. Knowing this, it’s important to balance the immediate desire to save time with the long-term benefits of learning and maintaining an organized home.
Empowering and Changing Lives
We’ve found that involving family members not only helps with the immediate organizing tasks but also empowers them. Many times, someone in the family discovers a passion for organizing and joins our team. This not only provides additional income but also allows them to change people’s homes and lives.
Final Thoughts
So, yes, you can definitely help, and we welcome it! Whether it’s working alongside us or learning new skills, your participation is valuable. Just keep in mind that while it may take a bit longer initially, the knowledge and habits you gain are priceless.
Remember, you deserve to be happy in a well-organized and peaceful home. If you have any more questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. Have a wonderful day!
Pinky Jackson is an Organizing Expert and Decluttering Specialist. She and her team organize homes, offices and small businesses in the Louisville, KY region. They also do virtual organizing for those who prefer to work online. For more information about Pinky’s pricing & services or to schedule your free assessment, go to pinkyjackson.com
Photo: Luana Azevedo @azevdoluana
