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Bracing for a new school year can feel both exciting and overwhelming for everyone. For many families, September is almost like a brand-new year: \u2018starting fresh\u2019 by decluttering homes of summer clothes, soggy towels and flip-flops, getting organized and adopting some healthy new habits.<\/p>\n

Being organized matters, because it boosts motivation, lessens anxiety and helps us hit our goals with less last-minute scrambling.\u00a0Finding simple solutions can make life feel lighter and less overwhelming, especially as we transition from summer to school.<\/p>\n

September can also be one of the most expensive times of the year \u2014 new school supplies, clothes, activities, and routines can quickly add up. As families settle into the season, it\u2019s the perfect time to explore practical ways to stretch your hard-earned money.<\/p>\n

In this issue of FOCUS, you\u2019ll find tips, resources, and inspiration to help you gear up for a busy fall.\u00a0 You can view or download a copy HERE<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A little planning can go a long way toward building your family\u2019s confidence, well-being, and peace of mind.\u00a0\u00a0Here\u2019s to making life a little easier and a lot more enjoyable!<\/p>\n

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Diane Daley, CEO<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Bracing for a new school year can feel both exciting and overwhelming for everyone. For many families, September is almost like a brand-new year: \u2018starting fresh\u2019 by decluttering homes of summer clothes, soggy towels and flip-flops, getting organized and adopting some healthy new habits. Being organized matters, because it boosts motivation, lessens anxiety and helps… View Article<\/a>","protected":false},"author":31,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8848","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nHello! 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