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Once family members know “their” color the practical options are endless. Here are a few tips for families to begin organizing their busy lives:

* Take the color-coding concept and implement it wherever possible, purchase folders, toothbrushes, laundry baskets, towels, etc. in each person’s color.

* Keep a family calendar such as the Day Runner family matters Monthly Wall Calendar to help avoid timing conflicts. The calendar’s color-coded, columnar format let’s you track five schedules at once, making it easy to see conflicts as well as opportunities. Post the calendar in a central spot and update it regularly.

* Try not to over schedule yourself or your kids. If you need to, schedule downtime at least once a week and make it known that nothing else can be scheduled in this time slot. Carry a portable appointment book with you to check your availability before agreeing to any further commitments.

* Identify your most common time wasters and look for ways to organize around them. If you’re looking for the car keys each morning, make a key hook and use it. If you are always forgetting your lunch in the refrigerator, leave yourself a reminder on the door handle or your car mirror. Fun, eye-catching accessories like Day Runner’s color-coded, erasable door reminders help ensure cell phones and gym shoes aren’t left behind.

* Encourage kids to get involved in the organization process. Teach them to check the calendar, file their papers and alert you if conflicts arise. Color coding makes it easy for everyone to participate and starts good organizational habits early.

* Communicate change. Devise the best way for your family to communicate schedule alterations. Whether it is a centrally-located erasable message board or a sticky note system, make sure everyone knows how to spread the word throughout the family.

For more information about the Day Runner family matters product line and other helpful tips on organization, log on to www.dayrunner.com/familymatters . The Day Runner family matters products are available at Office Depot stores nationwide.

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June 3, 2008 | Category: Stress Management 

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