Visual vs. Non-Visual

Neatly organized shelves display a collection of decorative boxes, folded linens, and a basket filled with towels, creating a tidy and inviting storage space.

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How do we determine this? We focus on one area that needs Hopeful organizing and ask some questions:

• Do you have a dresser, but the clothes never seem to make it back into the drawer?

• Does "out of sight" lead to an anxious feeling of "out of mind"?

• When filling a shelf, do you use every inch, or does seeing all your items in one place feel overwhelming?

Now, before we dive into examples, remember that you can be a mix of both styles depending on the focus area. For instance, I'm primarily a non-visual organizer. Most of my clothes are stored in drawers, behind closet doors, or in shoe boxes. However, when it comes to my nerd collections (books & Funko Pops), I love having them on display on shelves and bookcases. It actually made me anxious and sad when these were packed away for staging our last home to sell.

Understanding your visual style is crucial not only for your continued success in organizing but also for finding compromises with your Home Team. When we address common areas for organizing system compromises, we suggest leaning towards visual organizing options. (Yes, this can be a bit challenging, but it's worth it in the long run). For example, if we're organizing the sitting room (family/living room, etc.) where all the entertainment items are kept—movies, video games, board games, toys, etc.—these shared items need a home that is easy to manage. In this case, that would be the visual organizer.

Instead of storing DVDs in a binder, consider placing them on a shelf. Board games can be kept in their original packaging or in clear containers with the original package title used as a label. Toys can be stored in bins with bright picture labels to maintain visual clarity.

To recap:

* You can switch between visual and non-visual depending on the focus area

* Compromise in shared spaces by favoring the visual organizer

* Use large, colorful picture labels instead of all-clear containers to support visual preferences.

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