I don't know why it took me so long to figure this out but, there you have it. I love how organizing helps me begin with chaos, brainstorm a solution, put it into action, and end up with order.
From this perspective, organizing by STYLE was a game changer because it gave me a lens through which to view both the clutter and the eventual solution. Knowing something about how things need to look when I'm finished (I need to see them and I need to be able to put them away quickly, often on my way to the "next thing") makes it easier to get from order to chaos. In addition, I love the challenge of finding the "just right" container -- one that fits the space, serves the purpose, and looks good in the process. Best of all, I love the clear space that results when the clutter gets sorted, the excess gets purged, and the treasures get put away.
It's a wonderful feeling of accomplishment.
But, the true test of any solution is whether or not it's sustainable long-term. Some spots require a bit of trial and error while others are easily whipped into shape. When that happens, I'm one step closer to my unattainable goal: a perfectly organized life.
A girl can dream.
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