PROBLEM: The mail ends up all over the house. Someone brings it in, sets it down, things are placed on top of it, the pile gets moved, and I spend too much time looking for the bills.
SOLUTION: Have a home for the mail. It’s great to use a container because it clearly defines the home. The rim of the container can serve as an indicator – when the mail reaches the rim, it’s time to process.
HINT: Try to to wait to open the mail until you have time to deal with it.
I’m Susan Hunsberger with Strategize Organize LLC. I work with folks with organizing challenges. Adults and students with ADHD are areas of specialty. People come to me feeling shame and frustration. They hire me to help them lift the weight of disorganization and move on with life.
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