"What do I do with all this paper?!"

There are only six options for handling a piece of paper:

1. To do
2. To file
3. To pay
4. To read
5. Pending
6. Trash

For #1-5, you can create file folders for those actions ("To Read" could also include a tray or decorative shelf or box to include books). For "Trash," you can put paper in a trash can, recycle bin, or you can shred it.

That's it.

Anything more is complicating the issue.

I will go over additional ideas for processing paper in upcoming posts, but for right now, start with these 6 ideas.