It’s very difficult to get organized on your own if you have struggled with organization most of your life.
Friends and relatives aren’t effective help because there is too much emotion, judgment and embarrassment accompanying their assistance. These friends and relatives often characterize themselves as organized, and find it frustrating that their loved one doesn’t see things the same way they do.
Reaching out for professional help from someone trained, experienced and compassionate is no different than getting help from a lawyer, accountant or personal trainer.
Ask for professional organizing help if:
1. You’ve tried to get organized many times but backslide, or just shuffle things around.
2. Physically or emotionally have a difficult time getting the work done on your own.
3. Have a difficult time deciding what to keep and what to give away.
4. There is a lot of disagreement about what to keep and what to give away.
5. If you’ve been reading this column for the last five years and are still disorganized.
Too often, I’ve seen these kinds of disagreements and delays in getting organized or downsizing turn into severe strains on relationships. A professional organizer can act as a mediator or impartial third party to help resolve disputes and maintain a sense of calm. Don’t be embarrassed to ask for help. Some things just can be too difficult to tackle on your own.
Nancy Nemitz, of Create the Space Professional Organizing, is one of the most experienced professional organizers in Arizona. She lives in Red Mountain Ranch, and organizes work space, as well as living space.
For more information, visit www.createthespace.com. To determine if Nancy can help you create a more organized space, call (480) 223-8939.