5 Signs You Are in Need of Organization Rehab

At Organization Junkie we’re all about organization {obviously}. So how do you know if you actually need better organization in your life? Your life is going along fine, right? Maybe it is, but maybe it could be even better and smoother with some organization rehab. Let’s talk about the 5 signs that you are in need of some organization rehab. You just might be surprised!

1. Are you always running late, even for very important events? That is the number one classic sign you’re in need of organization rehab! It’s pretty easy to divide those who are planners from those who aren’t by how punctual they are on a regular basis. Once in a while, stuff happens and everyone runs a little late. However, if you’re habitually late, you should take a serious look at how you can be more organized and efficient with your time.
2. Are you known for making excuses as to why something isn’t ready or a project isn’t completed on time? Why keep making excuses for a lack of organization? Consider putting yourself in organization rehab to get things more under control.
3. Feeling stressed out about your environment or your lack of time is another classic sign that you are in need of better organization in your life. You might be surprised at how much daily stress is resolved by planning ahead and being prepared. 
4. Those who keep a notebook aren’t generally in need of organization rehab. So that should tell you that if you don’t keep one, you should probably start! There’s something to be said for mental notes, but they certainly aren’t infallible. If you are continually forgetting important things, writing it down in a notebook will help eliminate that disorganized feeling. Your notebook can either be a physical one or an app on your smart phone. Choose the one you are most likely to actually use. 
5. What is the state of your living space? If it’s usually cluttered and messy, that’s a dead give away. You need some organization rehab! Not surprisingly, that cluttered and messy living space can lead to being habitually late, feeling stressed, and making excuses. Can you see what a vicious cycle disorganization is?

Luckily, even though you might need organization rehab, there’s help available. You can start by reading our post on Habits to Form to Become a More Organized Person.