Embarrassment. Shame. Disappointment. Many disorganized people feel these intense emotions on a daily basis.
The clutter-laden adult is embarrassed to have anyone come to her home because of the mountain of stuff. The school child has been shamed one more time because the completed homework didn't make it to school in the backpack, The salesperson is disappointed because of misplaced vital contacts.
What a boatload of emotions disorganization unleashes! Consider these tips for dealing with the emotional side of disorganization:
- Take a deep breath. Send a dose of oxygen to the brain and give yourself a moment to regroup.
- Take and make time. Most organization issues take a long time to build and some time is necessary to create a better situation. Schedule time to focus on organizing.
- Delegate. Do what you do well and hand off to others things that they do best. Family and friends can help if they are supportive of your needs. A professional organizer can guide you towards your goals in a non-judgmental way.
- Learn more about yourself. What do you do well? Recognizing and honoring your strengths will minimize your rough spots.
What words describe how you feel about your disorganization? We would like to hear from you.
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