Second part in a 25 part series… number 21
21. I am the most organized, disorganized person you will ever meet.
- I colour coordinate my clothes - my clothing hangs in my closet as such: pink, red, purple, blue, green, yellows, browns, whites, greys, blacks. Within those categories: tank top, sleeveless shirt/vest, tshirt (short sleeve dress shirt), long sleeve shirt, long sleeve dress shirt, sweaters. Again, a light material would hang before a thicker, or crisper material within each category. My jeans hang on hangers from light wash (white at front) to darkest wash - if there are two the same colour, the skinnier leg goes first.
- I alphabetize anything with a name - spices, books, movies, food in cupboards
- My filing cabinet is impecible - labels bearing names, with subheadings, depending on the topic. For example, my 'Tax' file has a larger files for 'current' and then every year that passes has it's own tab: '2009', '2008', etc. Within the 'current' tab there are tabs for each of the required sections/tax categories (i.e. T4s, RRSP data, etc)
- I organize my toiletries in an extremely specific manner - daily use, nightly use, weekly use, and less frequent. I also have baskets for 'guest' toiletries - bottles of shampoo, soap, body wash, etc. that people can use when they're visiting. These are stored in a specific place, alongside baskets of lip gloss, and soap.
- I have small organizational bags within my bags. When I go travelling, I have a bag specifically for undergarments, that fits perfectly on the side of every suitcase I own. I also have a bag for toiletries (which I feel is pretty common), and within that a section for cleansing toiletries, everyday, and makeup (which I don't wear every day). Jewelry is organized by long necklaces, short necklaces, sterling silver (so it doesn't tarnish), earrings: studs and hanging, bracelets: bangles, and loose, and rings. These are all subdivided by colour tones: gold or brass, and silver.
- I clean my bathroom more than anyone I know - not just because I like it (though I DO!), but because a dirty washroom to me is one of the most disgusting things in the world. I have a recycling bin and garbage in my washroom, and they are constantly being emptied. I clean my toilet at least once a week, as well as washing my sink out constantly. I also use vinegar on my shower at least once a day, and try to scrub it once a month. I only get in there with a tooth brush about once every three months, but as long as the vinegar keeps working, I'm set.
I'm not sure where this organization came from, but it means that it takes at least a full day for me to clean anything. Hence - my clutter. People think I'm messy, but I'm just not tidy, because it's exhausting! I think that in relation to my ADHD, this organization helps calm my mind… it eases the tension, allows some regularity, and consistancy.
21. I am the most organized, disorganized person you will ever meet.
- I colour coordinate my clothes - my clothing hangs in my closet as such: pink, red, purple, blue, green, yellows, browns, whites, greys, blacks. Within those categories: tank top, sleeveless shirt/vest, tshirt (short sleeve dress shirt), long sleeve shirt, long sleeve dress shirt, sweaters. Again, a light material would hang before a thicker, or crisper material within each category. My jeans hang on hangers from light wash (white at front) to darkest wash - if there are two the same colour, the skinnier leg goes first.
- I alphabetize anything with a name - spices, books, movies, food in cupboards
- My filing cabinet is impecible - labels bearing names, with subheadings, depending on the topic. For example, my 'Tax' file has a larger files for 'current' and then every year that passes has it's own tab: '2009', '2008', etc. Within the 'current' tab there are tabs for each of the required sections/tax categories (i.e. T4s, RRSP data, etc)
- I organize my toiletries in an extremely specific manner - daily use, nightly use, weekly use, and less frequent. I also have baskets for 'guest' toiletries - bottles of shampoo, soap, body wash, etc. that people can use when they're visiting. These are stored in a specific place, alongside baskets of lip gloss, and soap.
- I have small organizational bags within my bags. When I go travelling, I have a bag specifically for undergarments, that fits perfectly on the side of every suitcase I own. I also have a bag for toiletries (which I feel is pretty common), and within that a section for cleansing toiletries, everyday, and makeup (which I don't wear every day). Jewelry is organized by long necklaces, short necklaces, sterling silver (so it doesn't tarnish), earrings: studs and hanging, bracelets: bangles, and loose, and rings. These are all subdivided by colour tones: gold or brass, and silver.
- I clean my bathroom more than anyone I know - not just because I like it (though I DO!), but because a dirty washroom to me is one of the most disgusting things in the world. I have a recycling bin and garbage in my washroom, and they are constantly being emptied. I clean my toilet at least once a week, as well as washing my sink out constantly. I also use vinegar on my shower at least once a day, and try to scrub it once a month. I only get in there with a tooth brush about once every three months, but as long as the vinegar keeps working, I'm set.
I'm not sure where this organization came from, but it means that it takes at least a full day for me to clean anything. Hence - my clutter. People think I'm messy, but I'm just not tidy, because it's exhausting! I think that in relation to my ADHD, this organization helps calm my mind… it eases the tension, allows some regularity, and consistancy. Not to mention - who doesn't like looking into their closet, and seeing a rainbow.
so there you have it. i am the most organized person with ADHD you know.
edit: apparently i'm not the only one... bras and ranties is living my life. but with much more eloquence
so there you have it. i am the most organized person with ADHD you know.
edit: apparently i'm not the only one... bras and ranties is living my life. but with much more eloquence