Organizing

Organizing is imperative to have a healthy, balanced life. My mother used to say, “if you want to see inside someone’s head, take a look inside their room. If their room is a mess, their brain is a mess. If their room is well kept, their brain is well kept.”

I used to think it was just her way of getting me to clean my bedroom. Once I moved out, I realized it was the truth. The more anxious and confused I was, the messier my room became. After I managed the mess that was my room, I could think clearly and articulate my thoughts and feelings.

Your apartment does not have to be spotless at every given moment, but it should be well organized. We’re all guilty of letting our place turn into a complete catastrophe before doing anything about it. Don’t fall into this trap. The best thing you can do is organize a little bit every day.

Don’t leave clothes sprawled on the floor and furniture, and don’t keep important documents on the counter or refrigerator. No matter how large or small, every possession needs a home, so you always know where to find it.