Psychological Advantages of Organizing and Having An Organized Home

In February of 2008 I realized that I had reached a point in my life that made me want to give up. I was very depressed, felt terrible physically and was completely overwhelmed by everything in my life. My mind was exactly like our home - disorganized, overcrowded, overwhelmed and on the verge of breaking down.

It was nearly impossible to concentrate on many of the normal, every-day tasks that a home owner must attend to in order to create an ordered, relaxed and happy home life. Even the smallest, and most mundane of tasks seemed monumental and simply did not get done. Bills piled up, laundry piled up and the garage and basement required “use at your own risk” signs. I believe if I had not sought help from Solutions In Time, it would have been just a matter of time before I suffered either a mental or physical breakdown or both.

The wonderful team of Pauline, Bonnie and Sara have changed my life and we actually had fun doing it. The relief I felt when snow came was uplifting because I knew that I could get our van in and out of the garage for the first time in three years and my husband’s wheel chair would no longer have to go out on a driveway full of snow, nor would we have to worry about him slipping on the snow . It made sometimes difficult outings so more much relaxing and stress-free.

The garage held many boxes and bags of household contents from my parents’ downsizing and it had sat for so long I was afraid that some of the contents would be damaged and would have to be thrown out. I worried constantly about this but was unable to know where to begin to sort and purge. After the girls finished, I was able to relax, knowing that none of my parents treasures were damaged. Now they are all safely distributed or placed somewhere in the home, complete with labeling.

The most worrisome room in the house was the computer room/office because I was not paying bills or dealing with important matters because I had no idea where to start. The relief felt after this room was purged, organized, and re-configured was indescribable. Every single piece of paper, pen, elastic and post-it note had a home and paying bills and looking after important paper work is so easy and I no longer avoid this room. I no longer stay awake at night wondering if the bill collectors will be at the door or if I have missed an important appointment.

To state that a very heavy burden has been lifted from our lives, is an absolute understatement. There isn’t an hour in each day that I don’t appreciate how much less stress is in my life and it is so easy to go through rooms now with a smile and a sigh of relief that it no longer looks like a Texas tornado has gone through.

It is a wonderful feeling, knowing that all the problems that seemed so monumental have been solved so quickly and that there will now be time to enjoy social pursuits, gardening and hobbies. One very special benefit of having professional organizers in my home is that I can enjoy reading again. Reading has always been my favourite way to relax and unwind but because of all the stress in my life, it was impossible for me to concentrate.