Five Organizing Ideas That Take Five Minutes Or Less

Organization does not have to be a momentous task that takes hours and hours. You can manage to get organized by setting a goal to organize in five-minute increments. When you break up your organizational task into just five minutes at a time you will feel less overwhelmed.  Here are five organizing ideas to get you started. Get a timer, set it for five minutes and let’s go.

1. Pick A Spot And De-Clutter.

Everyone has that counter top, desk or table that is cluttered with papers, mail, receipts, etc. Maybe you have more than one area like this. Pick one area, have a trash can handy and start throwing away the paper clutter you no longer need. Newspapers, magazines, old bills, and some receipts should go in the trash. Don’t fall into the trap of saving something to read later. If it wasn’t important enough for you to read right away, you don’t need it. Receipts that you need to keep should be placed in a stack for organizing later.  Current bills can be placed in a separate stack to put into your bill file.

2. Your Medicine Cabinet.

Set your timer and go through your medicine cabinet. Throw away any old medicines that are expired. Toss old make-up and make-up utensils. While you are tossing, clean your cabinet shelves with a damp rag or towel. Organize your current medications by placing them all on the same shelf. If you take certain pills in the morning and certain pills in the evening, divide these  pill bottles by placing them in separate storage baskets. Make-up should be kept separate from medications in its own tote or basket. Group like things together for easier access.

3. Clean Out The Fridge.

Take five minutes and clean out old leftovers and expired food from your fridge. Load empty containers into the dishwasher as you go. Have a damp sponge or cloth handy to quickly wipe shelves as you clear them. Place all condiments together on one shelf. Dedicate a shelf for dairy items, a drawer for vegetables and an area for drinks.

4. Conquer The Clothes.

Pick up all the clothing and shoes that are lying around the house. Invest in a sorter hamper to organize your dirty clothes by color. Put all clothing in the proper closets and drawers. If you have time left, make the bed. Making a bed only takes one minute, and it makes the bedroom look so much neater.

5. Make A List.

Every night before going to bed take five minutes and make a list of things you want to accomplish the next day. You can use pen and paper, your computer or your iPhone. A list can be the most powerful tool you have in your organizational toolbox.

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