My Journey to a More Organized Life

Finding a System That Works

Lately, I’ve been trying to get a handle on cleaning my house. With my kids and I spending 95% of our time at home, I’ve accepted that things will always be a little messy—but there must be a better way.

During a period of depression, I let things slip out of control, and now I’m trying to get back into the swing of things. Thinking an ADHD cleaning planner might help, I ordered one from Shein, but it didn’t quite work for me. Instead, my daughter actually inspired a new method—one that makes cleaning feel like less of a chore.

The Post-It Cleaning Strategy

Instead of making a traditional to-do list, I write down chores on Post-It notes, mix them up, and randomly draw tasks to complete. Some tasks I write multiple times because they need to be done frequently. This plan came to me after my daughter spent 5 minutes ripping apart a stack of post its

Each day, I draw 10 Post-It tasks—which could be anything from “drink water” to “weed eat.” If I can’t do a task (like yard work when it’s raining), I discard it and draw another. Some days, I power through the stack, while other days, it feels daunting.

Keeping Things Interesting

This method keeps cleaning fun and unpredictable, and it’s actually working! Today’s picks were: ✔ Clean the mudroom (finally!) ✔ Fold laundry (two baskets of clothes are waiting)

When I notice new tasks that need attention, I write them down and add them to the pile—things like “clean the top of the fridge” or “organize the kitchen rack.”

Self-Care & Homework Integration

Since I’m currently in college, I mix homework tasks into my Post-It method, like “read 5 pages” or “work on an assignment.” My biggest challenge? Skipping self-care tasks—even though I know they’re important. I’m working on prioritizing them more.

I’ve also promised myself a reward if I ever complete every single Post-It. No idea what that reward will be yet, but I know it’ll be worth it!

The Challenges & Chaos

Even though I restart the tasks daily, I try to be flexible—obviously, my dogs aren’t getting bathed two days in a row, no matter what the random draw says.

And honestly, I’m still adding new tasks all the time. Just today, “organize the metal kitchen rack” made it into the stack!

Final Thoughts: Would You Try the Post-It Method?

This system helps me stay on track, even when cleaning feels overwhelming. If you’re struggling to organize your home, try turning your tasks into a game—it might just make the process more enjoyable!

💬 I’d love to hear from you! What creative methods do you use to keep up with household chores? Drop a comment and share your tips!