Comments on: Are you really disorganized? 5 powerful tips for a successful solution

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 14:40:17 +0000

In reply to Sue Bassett. My pleasure Sue. Glad you enjoyed the post.

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 14:39:40 +0000

Caveat Emptor – let the buyer beware – should be a mandatory label on all Shiny Objects, Reba. I’ve become more careful of what I sign up for or purchase. With technological developments that allow retargeting and Facebook stalking (that pixel thing) one has to be even more careful. I simply unsubscribe if I feel I’m being badgered to join or purchase a product that has no value for me. PS It also helps reduce digital clutter and keep money in the pocket. 🙂

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 14:36:20 +0000

In reply to Juliette. Knowing and acknowledging that situational disorganization has transformed into chronic is a key discovery that will lead to recovery or at least getting you better organized, Juliette. I'm glad you'll be checking out a group or pro to help you. The book I mentioned in the blog will also be helpful. Best of luck.

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 14:34:04 +0000

In reply to Joyce Hansen.

I can relate to the clothes part, Joyce. Some of the outfits are so beautiful that one can’t let go. Fortunately I tend to buy classics so going out of style isn’t the problem – going back to weight I was a twenty-something is. It’s a good idea to check out Oxfam or other agencies that can give the clothes to someone who would cherish them the way we do. Best of luck!

By: Joyce Hansen

Joyce Hansen — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 12:27:10 +0000

I’m good at sorting new things as they come in and immediately disposing of things not needed. But, terrible about hanging on to clothes I think I will wear again someday. I’m biting the bullet and starting to let go.

By: Juliette

Juliette — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 04:43:49 +0000

Great article ~~ I can relate to both the situational disorganization and the chronic disorganization, and loved hearing about the two together like this; I had had never quite thought of it this way. While I feel trauma triggered a long period of situational d/o for me (going on about 4 years), addressing it sounds more like the chronic ~~ I’m going to seek a group or some pro help to get me kickstarted! Thank you:)

By: Reba Linker

Reba Linker — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 01:38:30 +0000

Terrific post, Vatsala. It shows me that I have some ways to go to being more organized! I like the suggestion to wait a few days before buying. On the internet, when I feel pressured and rushed into signing up for something o the internet – even something free – I often won’t buy or sign up as my silent protest against those tactics. Sometimes I do take the plunge and sign up and sometimes it is great, but too often it is one more success tool/shiny object that collects dust. Buyer beware!

By: Sue Bassett

Sue Bassett — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 00:55:09 +0000

Thanks for this, super resourceful. I had no idea about chronic disorganization.

By: Karmic Ally

Karmic Ally — Sat, 11 Nov 2017 08:20:52 +0000

In reply to Kathleen O’Keefe-Kanavos.

Awareness of what constitutes a shiny object helps us to avoid it and there are tons of them out there that are so alluring, Kathleen. 🙂 When I see a product that sounds good and the price is appealing, I still ask myself whether I need it or will use it in the next 3 months. If I answer no to even 1 of the questions – I avoid it. The 15 minute a day declutter exercise does wonders – just like compounding interest but in our favor. 🙂

By: Kathleen O'Keefe-Kanavos

Kathleen O'Keefe-Kanavos — Fri, 10 Nov 2017 20:23:32 +0000

Vatsala, I love the idea of taking 15 minutes a day to do a “de-clutter!” because it is difficult to see the forest for the trees in that state of mind or the manuscript for the papers. Great article. PS, yes I do love shiny objects but will now focus on limiting my accumulation of them.