O-CEDAR^® IS PUTTING THE “O” BACK IN ORGANIZE

July 23, 2024 | Cleaning Tips

When you think of organization, you may think about reorganizing your home office or establishing a new routine, but organization truly extends far beyond just cleaning out your junk drawer or organizing your spice cabinet. Here’s how O-Cedar is putting the “O” back in organize.

Establish positive habits

It may sound simple, but creating everyday habits can make a world of a difference. Make your bed every morning, take ten minutes to mop the floors and give the kitchen counters a good scrub down after cooking. Keep a duster on hand for quick cleans, and to keep dust from settling on furniture, fans and bookshelves. (The O-Cedar Flex & Catch is a great choice). Small tasks can make a big difference in your daily life!

Organize Your Entryway

A home’s entryway tends to be a drop off zone for anything and everything. Coats, hats, shoes, socks, bags, mail, keys, water bottles and work and school projects all tend to accumulate by the front door and entryway of a home.

One of the best tips to keeping organization in the entryway is to keep shoes off of the floor. Get a container, like a stylish wicker basket, for all shoes. That way you can keep your floors clean, but in case someone forgets to remove their shoes and brings the great outdoors in, we have you covered.

Organize Your Routine

As we mentioned, organization does not end at your driveway, but instead extends into every area of your life, including your daily routine. Looking for ways to make your routine work for you? Try these:

Set your coffee pot to brew in the morning when your alarm goes.
Pack your gym bag every evening so you’re workout ready in the morning.
Give high traffic areas of your home a quick clean.
Pick one day a week to do a proper deep clean. O-Cedar brand ambassador Brandon prefers Sundays; Sunday resets not only help him keep his space clean, but provide structure and mental clarity.

Organize Your Head Space

Clearing the clutter in your mind can enhance your life as well. Instead of burying your head in your devices with emails and social media, use your devices to find some organization in your head space and make your days easier!

Use calendar reminders for appointments and important events.
Make lists for groceries and weekly errands in your favorite notes app.
Keep family and friends addresses up to date so you never have to search for them.

Organizing your head space also means being mindful in your daily life and taking time to destress. While some people consider cleaning to be a chore, it can actually be quite soothing. Some mindful cleaning tips include focusing on the senses and allowing your mind to wander.

Feeling overwhelmed by cleaning? Brand ambassador Ashley suggests breaking tasks into manageable, 20-minute chunks. Set a timer and do whatever you can get done in 20 minutes. You’ll feel more accomplished and less stressed than if you attempted to clean your entire home at once.

Another tip from Ashley? Never underestimate the power of aromatherapy! Ashley liked to light a candle when she’s finished cleaning to help home feel like home.

For more on mindful cleaning, check out our "6 mindful cleaning tips to keep your home clean and your mind clear."

Organize Your Life

Whether you make meals ahead of time, prioritize cleaning tasks or take five minutes to clean at the end of the day, there are lots of ways you can find organization in your life. If you aren’t sure where to start, let O-Cedar lead the way and help you find more organization in all areas of your life.