

85. Home Organization: Making Time for & How to Do It with Laura Kinsella of Urban OrgaNYze
Jan 20, 2025
Laura Kinsella, professional organizer and founder of Urban OrgaNYze, shares her transformative journey from the arts to home organization. She offers practical strategies to declutter and personalize organization systems. Discussing the emotional benefits of a serene home, Laura emphasizes the importance of micro-habits and community support. Listeners learn how simple changes, like adding hooks, can solve everyday chaos. She encourages creativity in tackling organization challenges, reminding us to embrace our unique approaches.
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Laura's Organizing Origin Story
- Laura Kinsella transitioned from a decade-long arts career to professional organizing by working as a nanny.
- Organizing became a form of therapy and control over her environment, positively affecting her mental well-being.
Difference Between Organizing and Tidying
- Distinguish between organizing (creating systems) and tidying (maintaining them).
- Organizing involves setting up designated places, while tidying resets the space daily.
Start Small With Organizing Tasks
- Identify if your daily tidy feels overwhelming; it may indicate lack of systems or too much stuff.
- Start with small, 15-minute tasks focusing on biggest pain points to build momentum.