by Marcia Purse
Clutter is a serious problem for many people with depression and bipolar disorder. It's a vicious circle - both mania and depression can cause clutter to build up, and clutter is a powerful agent of stress and depression. But even if you're a lifelong clutterer, you do not have to stay that way. You might need more than one book to help you regain control - I do! - so here are some good ones.
1) One Thing at a Time - by Cindy Glovinsky
One Thing at a Time is subtitled "100 Simple Ways to Live Clutter-Free Every Day," and it's exactly that - 100 clear, easy-to-implement strategies for improving your personal environment. You probably won't respond to all 100 - but even if just 20 or 30 percent of the tips speak to you, you'll gain a great deal from this book.
2) Organizing from the Inside Out - by Julie Morgenstern
"Organizing from the Inside Out" gives hope to those who suffer from persistent clutter and disorganization.
3) Stop Clutter from Stealing Your Life - by Mike Nelson
If you have a problem with clutter, you will find something of value in this book, even if your problem is severe enough to be related to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
4) Sink Reflections - by Marla "Flylady" Cilley
Though not the perfect book for everyone, there will be something that every reader can adopt as part of his or her quest to overcome the clutterer syndrome. The "you can do it" attitude is encouraging.
