Why Is It So Hard to Live Organized?

Most people struggle with getting organized because of clutter on the inside. There is a connection between internal and external clutter that is often overlooked.

This does not mean that having a clutter-free home is impossible. It simply means that we need to explore what is happening internally so we can create better systems to manage the clutter we see externally.

Four Areas of Internal Clutter

1. Lack of Motivation

To overcome a lack of motivation, a clear goal must be in place. A goal provides direction and helps you envision where your organizing journey can take you.

Goals can be time-sensitive or function-related.

Time-sensitive goal:
“I am moving in three months.”

Function-related goal:
“We have out-of-town guests coming to stay in our home.”

Having a goal can create a sense of urgency and provide a dopamine boost that moves your thoughts from “I’ll do it someday” to “I need to start now.”

If you do not have a specific de...

There’s one thing I’ve learned in my own organizing journey — and in helping others — and that is messiness will always be around. It’s not the enemy; it’s a natural part of life. What separates the truly organized from the constantly overwhelmed is simply how we manage it. 💪

Here are five ways to manage the messy, whether you’ve been organized forever or you’re just starting your journey:

1️⃣ DO NOT PANIC!
All is not lost with a little messiness. Panic is an emotional reaction that steals your ability to think clearly.
🧘‍♀️ Take a breath and remind yourself — you’re not messy, the space is messy. This is temporary.

 2️⃣ Go Back to Your “WHY”
Your why is the foundation of your organization journey.
Why did you want to live organized in the first place? 💭
Sit with that question until you remember the answer — it’s hidden right there in the messiness.

 3️⃣ Reset Your Systems
Living organized happens in seasons. 🌤️
It’s totally normal to reset your systems from time to time — for exam...