Moreen Torpy - Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling in

Praise for

Going Forward:

Downsizing, Moving and Settling In

By Moreen Torpy

Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In is an excellent resource. The book starts with an illuminating review of the reasons, emotions and excuses we have around all the stuff we keep. With humor and compassion, Moreen Torpy encourages us to let go, or to help others let go, and then gets into the practical details. She includes lots of step by step advice, excellent references if more information is needed on a topic, and downloadable worksheets to help you organize your own or anothers move. In addition, this book offers advice on helping seniors to move that is both sensitive and sensible. Highly recommended for those thinking of perhaps downsizing themselves or faced with the necessity of helping and older friend or relative to move.

Morva Bowman, MBA

Masters of Space and Time

Moreen Torpys book, Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In takes you through all the steps in the moving process. By taking the time to complete the worksheets and exercises, you will be certainly be able to take the right steps to reduce the stress of your move.

Interesting and thought-provoking anecdotes, quotes and illustrations make this book a handy resource for people on the move!

Karen Shinn, CPCA

Downsizing Diva

Co-Author of GO! The Essential Guide to Organizing and Moving

This is such a helpful resource, for anyone who is thinking of moving.
Using the tools in this book will definitely prepare you for downsizing, moving and settling in. Implementing the strategies suggested in Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In will eliminate the stress and in turn organize your move.

Brenda Scagnetti Clement

Senior Relocation Specialist

Complete Organizational Services LLC

Whether it is simplifying our lives or setting priorities, Moreens down-to-earth approach is refreshing. She offers timely advice given the financial crisis faced by many and the ever aging population. Emotionally charged decisions are treated with sensitivity, empathy, and gentleness while showing how to embracing a new stage in life. Her suggestions and worksheets address all needs of the people experiencing the downsizing, not just the stuff being moved. Everyone will experience downsizing at some point in their lives and Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In will certainly become a favorite guide.

Brenda Wiltshire

Mirror Images Life Coach

If you are contemplating a move or are helping someone else with a move then this easy to read book will be a helpful tool for the journey ahead.

Moreen is bang on with her information. I love this statement Moreen sharedit is so true, If you look back, youll probably note that this is a lifetime of accumulation so it cant be purged overnight.

Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In is a well written, comprehensive easy to follow manual for helping you with a major life transition.

Elaine Shannon

Empress of Inspiration, Professional Organizer

Award winning video producer (Organizing Connection)

Moreen Torpy touches on something very powerful here. Its not really about downsizing at all, but more about right sizing. Having just right sized myself, I understand the mental shift, the commitment, and the planning that is involved. I also know the FREEDOM that comes from being on the other side. Moreen captures everything in this book to help you move through the process with support. You will experience a magical journey if you choose to see this as a gift, not only for yourself but your family as well.

Marlo Nikkila

Life Coach and former Professional Organizer

Moreen has written a very practical, compassionate guide to help people through the process of downsizing. It is especially helpful that she has included tips for the whole series of events, from planning tips to living their new smaller-space lifestyle.

I love Moreens practical, compassionate guide. She guides readers through the downsizing process with humor and common sense.

Laurene Livesey Park, CPO-CD
Professional Organizer, Speaker, Author
OrganizeMe101.com

Moving Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In is written by a Professional Organizer with obvious experience in the very real and intricate personal issues that come with downsizing and moving seniors. A book recommended for family and friends of those Moving Forward . In fact, most looking forward baby boomers will be able to find some wisdom pertinent to their own future. As a Professional Organizer, I also appreciated the many tips for helping people sift through the challenges of their stuff, and make peace with their past. Enjoy the read, then call your local Professional Organizer for help!

Elinor Warkentin

Goodbye Clutter! Consulting and Organizing Services

As a professional organizer and senior move manager, I found Going Forward: Downsizing, Moving and Settling In insightful and instructive. I especially liked the section on Packing for a Senior. There are so many helpful pointers that a person who is downsizing and/or moving will find invaluable. The information in this book makes it a definite keeper.

Brenden McDaniel CPO-CD, cSMM

Co Author of The ICD Guide to Challenging Disorganization: For Professional Organizers

Action Organizing Services LLC

In this easy-to-read book, fellow professional organizer Moreen simplifies what downsizing is all about. She includes clear, helpful tips and worksheets. Moreen with her down-to-earth, friendly manner illustrates real-life examples that often occur when downsizing. Whether youre right-sizing for yourself or helping a family member downsize, this book will provide the guidance you need.

Jacki Hollywood Brown

Organizing and Productivity Consultant

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Also by Moreen Torpy:

Lets Get Organized: 172 Tiplets to Simplify Life

Christmas Workbook: how to plan and create a more meaningful Christmas

Going Forward:
Downsizing, Moving and Settling In

Moreen Torpy

Editor: Mark Sandford

Illustrator: Marcello Pettella

Copyright 2012 by Moreen Torpy.

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