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Summary: This is an Insulting Book
Review: I found this to be an insulting book as her main advice seems to be: get rid of your possessions & you won't have clutter.Summery of her advice regarding collections: why collect salt shakers they're hard to clean & dirt gets in the holes -- you only need 3 pair of salt shakers -- table, stove & matches the good china. I guess she had to write more than a one paragraph book such as:
"Get rid of everything and you won't have any clutter or stuff to worry about organizing." But a short book like that wouldn't have sold. If you want to read a really good book that, among other great advice, will actually tell you how to display a collection read Linda Cobb's, "The Queen of Clean Conquers Clutter." Her's is a 5+ star book.
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Summary: This is an Insulting Book
Review: I found this to be an insulting book as her main advice seems to be: get rid of your possessions & you won't have clutter. Summery of her advice regarding collections: why collect salt shakers they're hard to clean & dirt gets in the holes -- you only need 3 pair of salt shakers -- table, stove & matches the good china. I guess she had to write more than a one paragraph book such as:
"Get rid of everything and you won't have any clutter or stuff to worry about organizing." But a short book like that wouldn't have sold. If you want to read a really good book that, among other great advice, will actually tell you how to display a collection read Linda Cobb's, "The Queen of Clean Conquers Clutter." Her's is a 5+ star book.
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Summary: Not!
Review: I had to quit reading after the third page. This woman thinks she's humorous, but it's at we clutters' expense. The put-downs just keep coming and coming, which is NOT the way to build a rapport with the reader who is searching for advice. I give her 1 star for trying.
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Summary: Now I've got the organizing bug!
Review: This book is for all people who consider themselves 'organized', but are really pack-rats. If you are having a problem with the excess junk in your life, READ THIS BOOK! It helps you find a place to start and walks you through, step by step to the end of what can be a very life-changing project. Stephanie Culp will make you laugh at yourself and help you become clutter-free at the same time. Excellent book, makes a wonderful gift too.
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Summary: Finally - Help I Could Use!
Review: This is a gem, and is on my short list of books that I'd recommend to anyone. There are some very key, simple ideas presented in a straightforward and very organized way. It has helped me change some of my worst habits. You need to read (and use!) this book.
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Summary: Finally - Help I Could Use!
Review: This is a gem, and is on my short list of books that I'd recommend to anyone. There are some very key, simple ideas presented in a straightforward and very organized way. It has helped me change some of my worst habits. You need to read (and use!) this book.
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Summary: Missed the mark
Review: When I first skimmed through this book, I thought it would prove to be very helpful. Unfortunately, although there are some very good suggestions they are overshadowed by poor humor and what many people would consider unacceptable advice. Although I agree with the author that there are few legitimate reasons for keeping old textbooks (though I am sure, unlike the author, that there are exceptions), I would have to disagree that everyone except football stars and homecoming queens should throw away their high school yearbooks. Just because it was a "lackluster" experience for her does not mean the rest of us do not genuinely cherish those memories, good and bad. Not only do I look at mine from time to time, I have actually used it as a reference when trying to remember someone's name, or when a friend has brought up someone from high school, but I can't put a face to the name. I have read other clutter control books that have had suggestions that are the same or similar to her good ones, but most of those acknowledge keeping mementos, some collections, or other sentimental items, and realize that what fits that description varies from person to person. I want to live in an organized clutter free home, not a sterilized environment.
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Summary: Missed the mark
Review: When I first skimmed through this book, I thought it would prove to be very helpful. Unfortunately, although there are some very good suggestions they are overshadowed by poor humor and what many people would consider unacceptable advice. Although I agree with the author that there are few legitimate reasons for keeping old textbooks (though I am sure, unlike the author, that there are exceptions), I would have to disagree that everyone except football stars and homecoming queens should throw away their high school yearbooks. Just because it was a "lackluster" experience for her does not mean the rest of us do not genuinely cherish those memories, good and bad. Not only do I look at mine from time to time, I have actually used it as a reference when trying to remember someone's name, or when a friend has brought up someone from high school, but I can't put a face to the name. I have read other clutter control books that have had suggestions that are the same or similar to her good ones, but most of those acknowledge keeping mementos, some collections, or other sentimental items, and realize that what fits that description varies from person to person. I want to live in an organized clutter free home, not a sterilized environment.
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