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I Used to Be So Organized: Help for Reclaiming Order and Peace [Paperback]

Glynnis Whitwer
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Book Description

August 1, 2011

Combining spiritual encouragement and practical application I Used to Be So Organized presents a balanced approach to finding order and peace for today s overwhelmed woman.

I Used to Be So Organized addresses the frustrations many women feel when they can't get a handle on their lives. They know, deep in their hearts, they should be able to manage things. After all, they used to be organized . . . ten or twenty years ago. But now, life seems to hand them one distraction and challenge after another, and ''helpful technology'' that just seem to add to the problem. Just when they think they have ''caught up,'' something else changes, and there s more to be done.

In this book, Glynnis Whitwer addresses the issue of organization based in this new reality of information overload, overwhelming choices, increased expectations and technology advances that won t slow down. This book contains twenty-three chapters, each short enough for a busy woman to read during a lunch break. Every aspect of life comes together in this one easy-to-read guide.


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''...Whitwer brings up many hurdles women might face that you might not normally think of. Best of all, Whitwer approaches each topic in her book from the perspective of putting God first and getting your priorities straight.''

--Reader of work@home

About the Author

Glynnis Whitwer is one of the online devotional writers for Encouragement for Today with over 375,000 daily readers. She is on staff with Proverbs 31 Ministries as the editor of the P31 Woman Magazine. She is the author of When Your Child is Hurting: Helping Your Kids Survive the Ups and Downs of Life (Harvest House, 2009), work@home: A Practical Guide for Women Who Want to Work from Home (New Hope, 2007) and co-author of a Bible study series entitled Kingdom Living (Ampelon, 2007). She has been a guest on Living the Life, Moody Midday Connection, and other programs. Her writings have been featured in publications by Guideposts, Focus on the Family, Moody Publishing, P31 Woman, and others. Glynnis, her husband Tod, and their five children live in Glendale, Arizona.


Product Details

  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Leafwood Publishers (August 1, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0891122885
  • ISBN-13: 978-0891122883
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,173 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Glynnis Whitwer is on staff with Proverbs 31 Ministries as the Senior Editor of the P31 Woman magazine. She is one of the writers of Encouragement for Today, the Proverbs 31 e-mail devotions, with over 500,000 daily readers. Her newest book, I Used to be So Organized, has just been released. Glynnis, her husband Tod, and their five children live in Glendale, Arizona. Visit www.GlynnisWhitwer.com or www.HerOrganizedLife.com to learn more.



Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.8 out of 5 stars
I have only read a few chapters of this book so far. Kristi R. Varner  |  9 reviewers made a similar statement
So I am very thankful that Glynnis took the time to write a book that can really,really help us all. Lane Jordan Burday  |  10 reviewers made a similar statement
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource August 30, 2011
By LHB
Format:Paperback
I Used to be So Organized has chapters on organizing your closets, your kitchen and your kid's toys. There's a great chapter on meal planning and quite a bit of time devoted to managing the technology that enhances our lives and distracts our minds. If you need detailed instructions to help you tackle your bulging pantry, there's no shame in that. And I Used to be So Organized will take you through it one shelf at a time.

I don't really need step-by-step directions on how to organize. It turns out, I'm what Glynnis calls "Situationally Disorganized." My "situation" (new baby, new house) has led to a state of disorder that is driving me crazy. As she puts it, "When I find myself in a place of situational disorganization, I'm usually frustrated. I'm not frustrated with anyone in particular, except myself for not being able to pull it together."

At this point, I was pretty sure she'd bugged my house.

She goes on. "That's when I need to apply God's grace to myself."

That line may be the best piece of advice in the whole book.

And that is what I loved about I Used to Be So Organized. While it's full of organization tips, good for both the situationally and the chronically disorganized, Glynnis Whitwer bases everything on a solid Biblical foundation.

My highlighter got a workout on the chapters about setting reasonable expectations and establishing priorities. There were many "a-ha" moments, but these words had the most impact on me at this time in my life.

"I wish someone had told me that God would not forget me, that I was right where he wanted me and that I should relax, accept my new normal, and see the opportunities he had placed in front of me."

I Used to Be So Organized isn't just about cleaning out from under your bed and there's no pressure to keep your home in a perpetual state of photo-shoot readiness. It's about organizing your life. Not so you can check something else off your to-do list, but so you can fulfill the calling God has laid on your heart.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars I Used To Be So Organized--a review August 15, 2011
Format:Paperback
I am not one to pick up a book on organization. Frankly, they intimidate me. But, the cute cover of Glynnis Whitwer's book, I Used To Be So Organized, lured me in. With her real and raw writing, Glynnis shares her own struggles and how she found herself in an un- organized state of life...this made me feel like I'm not alone in my plight of stacked up piles of documents and a closet in disarray. I can't recommend this book enough as it is full of practical tips and Biblical guidance on getting your life back on track. A must read for any woman who is overwhelmed with life around her.
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18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Even if You're Already Organized... August 23, 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'm one of those women who seemed to have it all together. I'm a wife, mom, employee, life coach, fitness instructor and more. Prior to reading this book, I lived by my Blackberry and found joy in crossing items off of my to-do list. However, inside- there was a part of me that no one else saw-- I was overwhelmed and frazzled.

Through Glynnis Whitwer's transparency, I felt comfortable to let my guard down and just be real. Her approaches to time-management, organizing and living by our hearts' truest values took my life to a new level.

Although my responsibilities haven't changed, I've taken the wisdom from this book and created more of a system instead of a to-do list. I now approach my days like a project manager. The tips were so easy to apply to my life. I've saved time, sanity, money and energy. Now I'm able to be more patient with my family and to have true peace which allows me to hear the Holy Spirit's whispers throughout my day.

I highly recommend this book for the not-so-organized and the organized alike!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
This had a bit of a slow start, but I continued because of the good reviews. I'm glad I did. I learned and highlighted a lot.
Published 4 days ago by Molly
4.0 out of 5 stars made me think
This is a Christian mom sharing sound advice about how to organize and create a system that works for you. She shares biblical foundations along with organizing info. Good read! Read more
Published 12 days ago by Kathy warren
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
I loved this book, especially since early on it talked about having the right priorities. It gave me new things to think about. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Littlebit
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an encouragement!
This couldn't have come at a better time. It not only gives practical organization advice, but also makes you look deeper inside yourself. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Amanda Ondersma
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Ideas Here
While I don't have faith that I'll ever achieve perfect organization, the tips in this book certainly have me well on my way.
Published 4 months ago by Casey Higgins
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Tips for Organization
It's a great book for taking notes, underlining, and then taking action. Practical suggestions both general and specific to begin organizing your life and house.
Published 5 months ago by Donna Rosson
4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Organizer For Your Life!
First impressions of I Used To Be So Organized clearly were that of a clever cover and very valuable Foreword! The cover depicted two mismatched, and may I add - stylish shoes. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Christina G. Donato
5.0 out of 5 stars I am already organized
I am already very organized in many areas including home, finances, daily devotions & meals so I thought I wouldn't gleen much from this book. Boy, was I wrong... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Suzi
5.0 out of 5 stars Getting your life in order doesn't happen overnight!
This is an easy read with invaluable information and encouragement! I highly recommend this book to everyone, organized or not. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Motivated Mom
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for every mom!
This book is a must read for every mom. I am a person who prides herself on being organized. Meet my family or friends and ask them to describe me--organized is what you will... Read more
Published 9 months ago by B. GAONA
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