The Bag Method
Paperwork can be a daunting task. But, it doesn’t have to be. Here’s how I handle it. I use what I call the Bag Method—that’s because I like to store my papers in a laptop backpack that I take with me in my car. Feel free to use a basket for this method if you prefer. There are 3 types of storage solutions in this method. Temporary storage (the bag or basket), ongoing storage and permanent storage. Now, let’s look at the method closer.
The Bag Method
Throughout the week as papers come into the home toss them in your bag or basket (your temporary storage solution).
On Saturday or Sunday, go through the papers and sort them.
Once you have your piles, use an accordion file folder to store them (your ongoing storage). This is what I use: https://amzn.to/3lnIk4V. The importance of this is to store anything that you may need to refer back to. For instance, I store my children’s class letters in here, Valentine’s Day lists (during the season), receipts when I’m on the go, ball schedules, prescriptions, etc.
When you’ve finished with the document, discard it. For instance, if I’ve received an updated letter from school I’ll toss the old one. Now, anything I need beyond a few months I store in an expanding file box (your permanent storage solution). You can find it here: https://amzn.to/40KvT35.
If you’re diligent with your papers and utilize these three storage solutions, paperwork can be a quick and easy task.
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Try these steps to control hyperventilation
- Take 6 to 12 easy, natural breaths, with a small paper bag held over your mouth and nose. Then remove the bag from your nose and mouth and take easy, natural breaths.
- Next, try belly-breathing (diaphragmatic breathing).
- Alternate these techniques until your hyperventilation stops.
If hyperventilation continues for longer than 30 minutes, call your doctor immediately.
Do not use a paper bag if:
- You have any heart or lung problems, such as coronary artery disease, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, emphysema), or a history of deep vein thrombosis, stroke, or pulmonary embolism.
- Rapid breathing occurs at a high altitude [above
2000 m (6000 ft)
]. Breathing faster than normal is a natural response to an increased altitude.
Follow these precautions when using the bag method:
- Do not use a plastic bag.
- Do not breathe continuously into a paper bag. Take 6 to 12 natural breaths, with a paper bag held over your mouth and nose, then remove the bag from your nose and mouth.
- Do not hold the bag for the person who is hyperventilating. Allow the person to hold the bag over his or her own mouth and nose.