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Hey Reader!

Let’s be honest; we’re practically glued to our devices, right? I mean, where would we be without our trusty smartphones, tablets, and computers? But here’s the thing - just like that “catch-all” drawer we all have at home, our digital spaces can turn into a jumbled mess before we even realize it. The chaos? It’s not just annoying; it makes finding anything a Herculean task. 😅

So, let’s dive into some sanity-saving tips to tackle that digital clutter head-on:

1. Notifications: The Unseen Chaos Creators 🚫🔔 Ever notice how a simple buzz can derail your whole focus? That’s the power of notifications. They might seem harmless, but they’re productivity kryptonite. The fix? Turn them off. All of them. Yep, you heard me. Carve out specific times to check your emails and updates instead. Your focus (and sanity) will thank you!
2. Email Overload: Conquer with Cunning 📧➡️🗑️ If your inbox feels like a bottomless pit, it’s time to wield the mighty power of email rules! Or, you know, just hit that unsubscribe button hard on anything that doesn’t spark joy. Marie Kondo your inbox; you deserve it!
3. File Mayhem: Tame with a System 🗂️ Ever spent hours looking for a file you swore was named “thingamajig final FINAL (1).docx”? It’s time to establish a naming convention. Something as simple as year/month/project can turn your file-finding saga into a breezy task. Stick to it, and watch your digital life get a whole lot smoother.
4. When All Else Fails: The Hard Drive Lifeline 💾🔄 If your digital world is too far gone, and the thought of sorting through everything gives you a headache, there’s an escape hatch: a new hard drive. Move the old files there and start fresh. It’s like getting a brand new digital home without losing the old one. Plus, you can label your hard drive as “Old World Wonders” or something quirky to remember the journey you’ve had together.

Embarking on your digital decluttering journey doesn’t just free up space on your devices; it liberates your mind. Imagine all the extra time and mental clarity for things that truly matter - like perfecting that new recipe, diving into your next great read, or spending time with the people you love.

Let’s not let digital clutter dull our sparkle, okay? Dive into decluttering with these tips, and feel the weight lift off your shoulders. Hit reply and tell me which tip you will try first.

Here’s to a more organized, productive, and fulfilling digital life!

Cheering you on!

Johnna

P.S. If you want to get serious and clean up your G Drive, then check out my friend, Dara Sklar’s, “Get Productive with G Suite”! It is a step by step course that helps you clean up and organize your entire Google Workspace making it work more efficiently. (I loved it! 😍)

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