007 - What is the Executive Function of Organization of Materials

Does it ever feel like you have a two year old in your brain talking to you all day reminding you of things you need to do and demanding what to do next?  Do you feel like you are playing an adult version of Memory or Go Fish when it comes to your paperwork?  Now that I've learned that I have ADHD, I'm ready to dive deeper into this topic of executive function and organization with formal research. Lots of times ADHD can be diagnosed when the person’s executive functions are analyzed. In this episode I explain the Executive Function of the Organization of Materials. Did you know most people organize their closets and kitchens first?  Why do you think that is? Listen to the full episode to understand. At Organize 365®, I have designed systems with enough structure to get the job done and with a little wiggle room for customization, because we’re all unique. Here are the rules to keep you on track… Everything should have a place. True - but you (not Pinterest, not society - you) get to pick that place. We tend to reorganize about every twenty years due to stages of life and unexpected life events. This is totally NORMAL! Maintain what is working for you. You only need to implement systems for what is unorganized. Organization of Materials has an order (think stages of life) Organization of Materials is about personal rules you create to maintain sustainable organization.  Through learning the skill of functional organization; you will literally unlock your time and be able to spend it doing what you are uniquely created to do. EPISODE RESOURCES: Lisa School Binder Organize 365® Lattice Binders Organize 365® 1.0 Slash Pockets Learn more about “zones” and functional organizing in The Productive Home Solution™ Did you enjoy this episode? Please leave a rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Share this episode with a friend and be sure to tag Organize 365® when you share on social media!

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Lisa Woodruff is a home organization expert, productivity specialist, and author of multiple books including The Paper Solution and How ADHD Affects Home Organization. Lisa’s research-based teaching shines a light on the invisible work being done at home and in the workplace. She has defined the work involved in housework, How to eliminate swiss cheese home organization, and the weight of paper in the American home. This ADHD Playlist Podcast contains episodes previously published on the Organize 365® podcast and curated here for easy access to the best episodes related to the research on organization being done by Organize 365®. Lisa believes organization is not a skill you are born with. It is a skill that is developed over time and changes with each season of life. Lisa has helped thousands of women reclaim their homes and finally get organized with her practical tips, encouragement, and humor through her blog and podcast at Organize365.com.