What Exactly Is 'Zen Organizing'?
I began using the phrase 'Zen Organizing' several years before I actually sat down and wrote my book ("The Zen of Organizing: Creating Order and Peace in Your Home, Career and Life"). You don't have to become a Zen pracitioner to profit from my book or this web site. The 'Zen of Organizing' refers to the creation in your home or work area of a calm, peace filled, joyous environment. 'Zen Organizing' will benefit you no matter what spiritual path you have chosen to walk.

I recognize a 'Zen Organized' environment the minute I enter one. It's the feel of the room, not just its appearance. If you follow the guidelines in my book and at this site, you too will experience what it means to be 'Zen Organized.' Alone in an office that invites your best efforts, cooking in a kitchen that seems to hand you the tools you need, falling asleep in a restful bedroom, you will suddenly smile and say to yourself, "Oh, this is what she was talking about."

Of course, you may not believe in a Higher Power. The amazing feature about organization is that it allows one to be in control of one's environment. This in turn lends itself to control over one's life. We live in a cause and effect universe and, as we consciously change the causes we set in motion, the more desired effects result. And this yields power. I have yet to meet any honest human being for whom the words 'power' and 'control' were not a form of aphrodisiac. They can be used to gain mastery over the temptations of life that form an impediment to one's quest for God, or they can help you run for political office. It is certainly not my place to judge.

It can be said, therefore, that my book and this web site are dedicated to helping two groups of people: those who believe in God and those who do not.

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Regina's Bio
About Regina Leeds

New York City native Regina Leeds has brought order to home and work environments across the United States since January, 1988 when she started her company, Get Organized! by REGINA. Currently based in Los Angeles, her clientele runs the gamut from movie stars to business people and housewives.

Books:
Regina is the author of five books: “The Zen of Organizing; Creating Order and Peace in Your Home, Career and Life” and “Creating a Place Without Losing Your Space: a Couples Guide to Blending Homes, Lives and Clutter” (Alpha Books). In 2002 she ghost wrote a book for a shelf help guru on an aspect of getting organized. “The Idiot’s Guide to Decluttering” (Alpha Books) was published in May, 2007. “One Year to an Organized Life” (Avalon) hit bookstores in January, 2008 and was a New York Times best seller. Look for "One Year to an Organized Work Life" to debut in January, 2009.

Radio and TV:
Regina was a regular contributor to Lime.com, the media branch of AOL co-founder Steve Case’s company, Revolution. You can hear her one minute tips on Sirius Satellite Radio Channel 114. A one-hour TV special called ‘The Zen of Organizing’ was created for the Fine Living Cable Network in the spring of 2003 and continues to air.

Media:
Regina represented Microsoft’s ‘Office 2004 for Mac’ sweepstakes (2006) and will be involved in the launch of 'Office for Mac 2008' in January. She had the honor of representing Sears Grand in the media for their opening in Rancho Cucamonga, Ca. (2005.)

Magazines, Newspapers and the Internet:
The ‘Zen Organizer’ has been featured in national magazines, including Bon Appetit, Redbook, Delta Airlines’ Shuttle Sheet, The Utne Reader, New Age Magazine, In Style, Women’s World, TV Guide Canada and Los Angeles Magazine among others. The latter named her the Best Organizer in LA. Regina was a regular contributor to VegNews Magazine during 2006. She has been featured in the Home section of the Los Angeles Times and The Washington Post. She was the resident expert for the Home and Garden Channel at iVillage.com for over 4 years.

Speaking Engagements:
The ‘Zen Organizer’ has taught classes and delivered speeches on the art of ‘Zen Organizing’ to diverse groups around the country. Her audiences have included: Conde Nast, Coldwell Banker Offices, the Mile Hi Church of Religious Science in Denver, the Unity Church of Christianity in Houston, The University Club and Doubles in New York City, as well as, the City of Hope in Los Angeles. She is a regular speaker at the Cordelia Knott Wellness Center in Orange, California.

Personal:
Regina’s first career as a professional actress (she received a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre from Hunter College in Manhattan) has made the transition to teacher and seminar leader an easy one. Regina’s credits as a professional actress include national commercials, guest spots on TV, theatre roles and three happy years recurring on The Young & the Restless. Regina is honored to be a spokesperson for the National Search and Rescue Dog Foundation in Ojai.

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Client List
CLIENT LIST (partial)

Entertainment:
Patricia Arquette, Actress
Rosanna Arquette, Actress
Talia Balsam, Actress
Suzanne De Passe, Producer (Lonesome Dove et.al.)
Laura Dern, Actress
Lissa Kapstrom, Writer
Steve Levitan, Writer
Masako Masuda, Set Designer
Tom McQuade, Director
Cathy Moriarty, Actress
Mark Reisman, Writer
Robert E. Relyea, Exec. VP of Production/MGM
Meg Ryan, Actress
Michael Sardo, Writer
Yvonne Smith, Advertising Exec.
Anne Taylor, Writer
Kathryn Tyus-Adair, Dir. of Development, Trillion Ent.
Mark Uehling, Freelance Writer
Joyce Van Patten, Actress
Brian Walton, Entertainment Attorney
Debbie Zoller, Make Up Artist

Business Professionals:
David Brecher, Insurance Broker
Jamie Durand, Coldwell Banker Manager
Steve Hayden, Exec. Ogilvy & Mather (NYC)
Felice M. Lippert, Co-Founder Weight Watchers Intl.
Steve Mathis, Real Estate Office Manager
Pamela Price, Tax Consultant
Susie Ribnik, Research and Business Consultant
Mary Kathleen Turner, Real Estate Management
Joseph Walsh, Attorney
Christina Zilber, Founder & Creative Director 'Jouer Cosmetics'

Medical Professionals:
Ken Guiffre, M.D.
Judy Harris, Therapist
Dr. Valerie Jacobs, Chiropractor
Jeana Libed, M.D.
Rosaleen Ostrick, Scientist
Harlan Ribnik, M.D.
Jo Taylor, M.D.
Kiaran Weill, D.D.S.
Ken Wepman, M.D.

Seminars:
Cordelia Knott Wellness Center, Orange, Ca. (ongoing)
Awakened World Conference 2000, Palm Springs, CA
City of Hope, Los Angeles
Conde Nast, Los Angeles, CA
Doubles (A Private Club), New York, NY
Inside Edge, Los Angeles, CA
ISA, Boston, MA
MileHi Church of Religous Science, Denver, Colorado
Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz, NY
New Age Health Spa, Neversink, NY
Real Estate Cos. - Multiple Offices/Companies in LA
Unity Church of Christianity, Houston, TX
University Club, New York, NY
Writers Guild of America, Los Angeles, CA
Upcoming Events

If you need a speaker for your organization, please don't hesitate to contact me for availability and fees.

If you would like to come and hear me speak about my book and the world of getting organized, here are some places around the country I will be conducting seminars in the months to come. I would be delighted to autograph your book and answer any questions you might have.

Sunday, July 20, 2008
Unity Church of Christianity
Houston Texas
2929 Unity Drive
Houston, Texas 77057
1:30 to 4:30 in the sancturay
Cost: $25.00
"One Year to an Organized Life" will be in the church bookstore for purchase.
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Friday, August 15,2008
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place
4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, TX 75244
Phone: 972 866-9988

7pm to 9pm
Understand the philosophy behind Zen Organizing and how it can help you transform your life.

and

Saturday, August 16, 2008
10am to 1pm

A workshop presented in conjunction with the previous night's talk: learn the how to's of the organizing process.

Each talk is $25.00 if purchased separately; the total for both is $40.00
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Sunday, September 14, 2008
Spirit Works
Burbank, California

Time and details to be announced.
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Saturday, November 1, 2008
Cordelia Knott Wellness Center
Orange, California

A seminar designed to help you enjoy a sane holiday season. This class will be taught with Ariel Joseph Towne, The Feng Shui Guy.

Time and Details to be announced.