by Annastasia | Jan 4, 2021 | Inkdrops, organisation, Seasons
Remind yourself it’s no big deal It’s so easy to get all caught up in the turn of the year. To obsess over making yourself into something you think will be an improvement on the current model. Step back and remind yourself that it’s just another day....
by Annastasia | Nov 30, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
Think about reviewing 2020 There’s no obligations to set goals for the year or to review your progress on them. However, it is a pleasing ritual marking how you have grown and what matters to you over time. If you didn’t do any of the things you planned...
by Annastasia | Nov 2, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
It’s not been the year we expected. But isn’t that always the way. Among the things I hadn’t expected back in January were spending two months helping out with family members who were decluttering and downsizing prior to a move. They had plenty of...
by Annastasia | Sep 1, 2020 | declutter, Inkdrops, organisation, simplification
Usually, at this time of the year, I’d be all about embracing the back-to-school feel. My thoughts would turn to finding ways to enjoy the last of the summer weather while putting foundations in place for winter. However, I’m a little distracted from such...
by Annastasia | Aug 24, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
Tiny physical actions you can take to move your mood on! Definitely there with the hugs as well as the suggestions 8 (procrastination action!) and 9 (avoid temptation!). We love Trello. And for applying the Getting Things Done methodology it is ideal! Why didn’t...
by Annastasia | Aug 3, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
Commit to trying monotasking There’s a real appeal in multitasking. It makes us feel that we are super productive. That we are getting lots done. And also that we are very busy and therefore very important. And it’s a good way of not really engaging with...
by Annastasia | Jul 27, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops
The Postal Museum are doing an exciting project about COVID-19 and the post. They’re recognised the importance of post during this time and want to preserve item reflecting this and add them to their collections. Have a look a the kind of things that they have...
by Annastasia | Jul 6, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
Get ahead of yourself Go through and make a list of all the birthdays/anniversaries/significant events coming up in the next 3 months. Focus on the kind you need cards or gifts for. Then make a plan to deal with them. You could order all the cards and gifts in one go....
by Annastasia | Jun 29, 2020 | Inkdrops, Lists, Living, Planning
As the Uk entered lockdown it appeared to be divided into 2. There were those who would be even busier with work, childcare and other demands. And those who found themselves at a loose end. Enter the idea that the nation would emerge from their houses changed forever....
by Annastasia | Jun 15, 2020 | An envelope of snippets, Inkdrops, organisation, Planning
A continually updated list of 75 things white people can do for racial justice. It has an America focus but that doesn’t mean there aren’t things on this list you can do right now. And make a point to schedule in time to view it again and again –...
by Annastasia | Jun 1, 2020 | Inkdrops, organisation
100 memories Start a practice of writing down 100 memories from the month. Get whoever you lived with involved. I started doing this when returning from the holidays. When I read back through I’m amazed at the small things that made the time special and how...
by Annastasia | May 25, 2020 | Closer Look, Inkdrops
Butterfly Laser Cut Card We love cutout cards but this might just be our favourite so far. How charming are the paper butterflies flying away from the open book? Surely this would be totally perfect for your book-loving friend. RRP £3.25. Unleash the butterflies now....
