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What It Means to Be Organized

Writer's picture: Susan McCarthySusan McCarthy

Being organized is often seen as being an uptight, controlling, and perfectionist. But, really, it's a practical skill.

Tidy cabinets filled with bowls and plates.

Being an organized person is often given a bad rap. It’s seen as being controlling, like Sally Fields’ character in the movie Mrs. Doubtfire who labeled where the forks and mugs belong in the kitchen. 


And let’s not forget the fussy-to-the-extreme Felix Unger character in The Odd Couple. Oh, and those beautifully staged photos on Instagram … why can’t my house look like that?


Being organized isn’t about being an obsessive neatnik. It also isn’t about a moment in time where everything looks perfect … because in the next moment, life happens, and things are used and get moved around. 


Being organized has nothing to do with decluttering or storage bins, hand-lettered labels, and closet systems. 


Being organized is about …


  • Finding what you want when you need it. 

  • Cleaning up with ease after an activity (be it watching television or cooking a meal).

  • Maintaining order on an everyday basis with minimal effort.

  • Engaging in activities with ease because you know where things are, and they are convenient to access?


That’s being organized. While it does take effort up front, ultimately being organized saves you time, physical energy, and mental effort and focus. You get the opportunity to give your attention to the relationships that improve your life. 


Cover of the free downloadable guide, Clear the Clutter and Keep It from Returning.

A tidy closet with the headline, What it means to be organized.

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