Addi | Sustainable Home Living

8062 followers

Follow

Follow

Follow

7 saved

421

30

What my “organized” home looks like

Do you think social media has ruined our expectations for organized homes?? 🏠

Here’s a gentle reminder, organized means something different to everyone. ❤️ If it doesn’t look “organized” to you. It’s probably because social media has changed the standard of organization to be very uniform and unrealistic.

My home is super organized. I know exactly where everything is and how much of something I have! It’s easy for me to access everything and I never buy something 2x.

Here’s the secret 🤫👇

#️⃣1. I organized my home to fit my lifestyle needs and the structure of the home.

#️⃣2. While I don’t have a lot of items, I’m definitely not decluttering everything I don’t use! I just keep those things in “backstock” where they won’t bug the things I do use!

#️⃣3. Having a “system” for my items is the MOST important part of keeping it organized and easy to upkeep. You don’t need a bunch of bins or a huge space to do that. Trust me 🤗

Comment “organized” for my top 5 tips for organizing your home to fit your specific needs!!

-Addison Peters, The Budget Home Organizer #homeorganization #organized

#declutter #lemon8challenge

2025/1/24 Edited to

The concept of an "organized" home has taken on new meaning in the era of social media. Many individuals feel pressured to conform to uniform standards showcased online, which may not resonate with their personal lifestyle or space requirements. This article highlights the importance of redefining what organization means to you. To create an organized home that fits your lifestyle, consider these insights: 1. Assess your individual needs and preferences. An effective organization system should serve your daily routine and the unique layout of your home. 2. Strategic storage solutions can help manage your belongings without needing to declutter everything you own. Don't feel pressured to toss items—storing them in designated 'backstock' areas can keep them accessible without being in the way. 3. Establishing a personal system for organizing is key. This doesn't mean you have to invest in an abundance of bins or storage solutions—often, simple organization methods can be just as effective and less overwhelming. Encouragingly, organization can be harmonious with your living style, leading to a stress-free and functional space. So take the time to reflect on what organization truly means for you, and embrace a home that feels right.

30 comments

organized

as long as you know where things are. it's organized, right?

See more comments

Related posts

A dining area with a table and chairs, featuring two framed abstract artworks on the wall. Overlay text reads 'ADHD FRIENDLY HOME HACKS to Keep Your Space and Mind Clear'.

An indoor scene with a ceiling vent and a decorative wooden wall art piece, illuminated by a red light. The text discusses using smart lights as visual cues for tasks.

Stay Organized with These ADHD Home Hacks 🙌

I’m back with part 2 of my ADHD-friendly organization tips! If you found the first round helpful, these new ideas will make staying organized even easier. These simple tips are designed to fit seamlessly into your routine and make life a little more organized. 1. Hang a Tote Bag by the Door for

7329 likes

Mom’s Monthly Cheatsheet for an Organized Home🫶

Keeping a tidy home as a busy mom can feel overwhelming, but a simple monthly routine can make all the difference. Instead of scrambling to clean everything at once, a structured plan helps maintain order with less stress. Here’s a list of tasks to consider adding to your monthly schedule:

1213 likes

A dining area with a dark wooden table and chairs, featuring a light fixture and wall decor. An overlay text reads: 'My Favorite AMAZON PURCHASES For A Clean & Organized Home'.

A black two-tier dish drying rack with white drain trays, a utensil holder, and a knife holder, sitting on a kitchen counter next to a sink. A bottle of dish soap is visible.

A black kitchen sink caddy holding a yellow sponge, a bottle of dish soap, and a foaming hand soap dispenser, positioned next to a kitchen sink.

Amazon Purchases for a Clean & Organized Home! 🏠

Keeping my home clean and organized is so much easier with the right tools. I’ve found some amazing Amazon products that help me stay on top of everything, and I’m excited to share them with you. These items are practical, affordable, and genuinely make life simpler. 1) Tiered Dish Drying Rack

2934 likes

A collage featuring a central text box titled "10 Habits of Highly Organized Women" with surrounding images of a tidy kitchen, an organized entryway, potted plants, and white hydrangeas, illustrating a well-kept home environment.

Text outlining the first four habits of organized women: Establish a Daily Routine, Make the Bed Every Morning, Maintain a To-Do List, and Declutter Regularly, with brief explanations for each.

Text detailing three habits for organized women: Focus on What Matters First, Have a Place for Everything, and Separate Personal and Professional Life, each with a short description.

10 Habits of Highly Organized Women ✨🗂️

Ever wondered how effortlessly organized women manage it all? It's not magic—it’s all about intentional habits. Here are 10 refined routines that can help bring structure and calm to your life. Let’s elevate your organization game together: 🛏️ 1. Make the Bed Every Morning A neatly made bed

4294 likes

Things That Keep our Homeschool Organized

Homeschool organization that actually works for me as an ADHD mom 😅 These are some of the simple tools that help keep our homeschool days structured without making things feel overwhelming. Just sharing what works for us 🤍 #homeschool #homeschoolmom #homeschoollife #adhdmom

225 likes

DECLUTTERING 101: Get Organized NOW⬇️🙀

I know you've heard it before so let's ditch the usual 'declutter' spiel. This is not just about decluttering but about making your space FEEL good. ✨ 1. DECLUTTER WITH A TWIST 🙀 Start by identifying one area that really bugs you. Maybe it's that chaotic kitchen drawer or

1276 likes

An iPhone screen displays the Apple Reminders app, showing a 'Today' list with detailed 'Skin Care Routine' reminders, including steps, times, hashtags, and product images. A 'Water SunBug (Sunflower)' reminder with a plant image is also visible, illustrating how to stay organized.

An iPhone screen shows the Apple Reminders app's 'My Lists' section, demonstrating how to create and categorize tasks. It highlights adding new lists for broad topics like 'Self Care' and 'Skin Care,' and how to add new reminders within these categories for better organization.

An iPhone screen displays the Apple Reminders app, emphasizing adding extra details to reminders. It shows how to include matching photos, tags, times, dates, and emojis for 'Skin Care Routine' and 'Water Bottle' reminders, making them as comprehensive as possible.

How I use Apple Reminders app to stay organized 💻

Instead of downloading a new tracker app, I decided to see if I can make apples reminder app useful. So far I really like it and I’m learning that I like less (is better). So if you interested and trying it out or have any tips lmk! Comment below a SS of your reminder! I’m curious to how people

1608 likes

HOW I STAY ORGANIZED AS A COLLEGE STUDENT🖊️📕🤓

I know it can be hard to stay organized in college and doing everything yourself… so I’ve decided to share some tips that I’ve used so far that keep me organized! 🤓 • Planner: I use a planner for school work. What homework I need to do everyday, when work is due, what days I have exams for, and

262 likes

How I stay organized as a college student

#collegelife #collegetips

344 likes

A dark gray Day Designer planner with gold spiral binding is shown closed. Text overlay reads: "The only planner I use Day Designer" and "JULY 2023 - JUNE 2024".

An open Day Designer planner displays daily planning pages with sections for tasks and notes. Text overlay reads: "Everyday Planner from July 2023 - June 2024".

A close-up of a daily planner page for Monday, July 3, 2023, showing sections for "TODAY'S TOP THREE," "day overview" with numbered times, and a "to do list."

Staying Organized All Year 🗓️❣️

If you are anything like me, to-do lists are a must have to remember to complete things. For years, I’ve struggled to find a daily planner that I actually like. Last year I found a Day Designer planner and actually LOVED it. I had to share how much I love it with you guys! 📖About the planner:

794 likes

THINGS I USE TO KEEP MY CLASSROOM ORGANIZED!!!✨✨🩷

Keeping my classroom organized is definitely something that I need in order to best do my job!!! Check out some things I do around my classroom to keep it organized! ✨ my color coded rolling cart is a MUST for keeping all copies and assignments organized! ✨ having a space for small group materi

525 likes

Apps I use to stay organized as an ADHD Girl

I really struggle with keeping up with my jobs and school, using these apps and websites make it super easy! ✨Notion I built my own website that’s enchanted forest themed. I have tabs for school, with all my classes and assignments; home life, with my finances, my weekly food planning; library, w

1224 likes

How I Use 5 Tools to Stay Organized in School 😅🌸

How I Use 5 Tools to Stay Organized in School (and Keep My Sanity) 😅🌸 1.Google Calendar 📅 This is like my personal assistant. I block out my classes, study sessions, workouts, and even “do nothing” time. For example, if I know I have a math test on Friday, I set reminders to review throughout t

59 likes

A title image for "The Lazy Girl's Guide to an Organized Kitchen," featuring two glass jars with bamboo lids containing pasta and brown beads, and a woven holder with wooden kitchen utensils on a white countertop.

An image illustrating the use of clear bins, showing three clear containers holding colorful pasta, grains, and smaller jars of pasta, with the text "1. CLEAR BINS ARE YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND."

An image showing an organized drawer with various items like paper clips in a wooden bowl, a woven box, scissors, and a small notepad, accompanied by the text "2. THE 'DUMP DRAWER' – BUT MAKE IT CUTE."

The Lazy Girl’s Guide to an Organized Kitchen

The Lazy Girl’s Guide to an Organized Kitchen Because Functional Can Still Be Fabulous Let’s be real. You want a clean, Pinterest-worthy kitchen, but you also want to binge Netflix, scroll TikTok, and maybe nap. Same, girl. That’s why I’ve rounded up the absolute laziest kitchen organization

141 likes

Create an organized HOME GYM on a BUGDGET✨

5 below has everything you need to start your fitness journey at home👀🫣 No more excuses! Your home gym doesn’t need to be anything fancy, just a space where you can focus. Whether it’s a corner of a living room or an area in your bedroom, just make sure the space is clean and organized. I highly

5023 likes

Organized drawer just helps me study better ✏️🤓🎀

#lemon8challenge #stationery #organizedhome #stationaryaesthetic #organized #organizedstudent #desksetup #deskspace #desksetupideas #stationaryaddict

7466 likes

A MacBook Air displays a Google Calendar monthly view for February 2026, showing various academic events and assignments. The image is titled 'How I Use Google Calendar as a Junior in College'.

A close-up of the Google Calendar sidebar shows 'My calendars' with separate entries for 'schedule' and individual college courses like BUS 321, IS 335, MGT 301, MKT 400, and MKT 456.

A Google Calendar weekly view for Monday-Wednesday displays scheduled class times and appointments, such as 'Communications' and 'lee business career kickoff', indicating the use of a 'schedule' calendar.

How I Use Google Calendar to Stay Organized

I’ve seen (and tried) so many different google calendar setups- and there’s really no “best way” to use it for everyone, this is just my set up! And honestly the way I stay on top of my schoolwork changes every semester (sometimes half way through my semester), for example I used a similar set up

761 likes

Lazy Ways to an Organized Kitchen (Pt.1)

Here’s your ultra-lazy (but genius!) kitchen organization guide—minimal effort, maximum results. Just grab a few cheap tools and let the hacks do the work for you! #KitchenHacks #HomeHacks #KitchenOrganization #LazyOrganization #MinimalEffort #LowMaintenance #Declutter #OrganizedLiv

562 likes

Tips for keeping your room clean and organized:

I hope this helps! What works for me may not work for everyone! 🫶🏽🩷😉 #roomtour #Room #roomdecor #organization #cleaningmotivation #cleaningroom

207 likes

A checklist titled "Household Habits" on a light background with leaf illustrations. It lists six habits: using tools, meal prepping, buying bulk staples, cleaning schedules, freezing produce, and planning domestic duties like work tasks.

Text from August 12, 2022, discussing the importance of good household habits for work-life balance, saving money, and timely task completion. Below the text, a row of cartoon illustrations depicts people engaged in various household chores.

Text explaining the importance of owning and knowing how to use basic tools for household maintenance, saving money, and gaining confidence to fix minor issues, mentioning online tutorials and garage sale furniture.

🏠✨ Household Habits for an Organized Home ✨🏠

🛠️ Learn to Use Basic Tools: Maintain and fix your belongings to save money and extend their lifespan. 🥘 Meal Prep Like a Pro: Plan lunch and dinner ahead of time. Always cook extra servings and freeze them for busy days. 🛒 Stock Up Smartly: Buy non-perishable grocery staples in bulk when

52 likes

A young woman sits at a desk with a laptop, looking up, with the text overlay "Staying Organized in College." The room appears to be a student's bedroom or dorm.

A laptop screen displays a Notion page titled "This Week" with a detailed to-do list for assignments and tasks. The text overlay states, "I make to-do lists each week in notion that outline my assignments that I want done."

A physical spiral-bound planner open to a monthly calendar view for October 2024, showing various handwritten appointments and notes. The text overlay reads, "I use a physical calendar to write down important dates and keep my schedule organized."

HOW I STAY ORGANIZED IN COLLEGE 📚

As a college student with ADHD, I found it very difficult to stay organized and on track in my first semester. There were a few trial and error periods where I didn’t really know what to do, but I finally figured out what works best for me. My number one most beneficial thing I utilize to stay

67 likes

NOTION TOUR ✨how I stay organized w/ notion!

welcome to my notion! I use notion for literally EVERYTHING. it’s a fantastic tool to stay organized with. while notion can feel a little overwhelming at first, templates are a great way to get started. here’s a lil overview of my page: • directory page - I use this page to quickly acces

59 likes

✨How I stay organized ✨

I have ADHD and ADD so I get distracted pretty easily! I tried to stay organized for years and I could not stay on top of anything. It wasn’t until I started college that I finally found something to help me!!! These are the apps I use to help keep me focused I hope they can help you too!🫶🏼 G

443 likes

An open Happy Planner for April 2024, displaying weekly tasks, important notes, and a workout schedule. Daily entries include meetings and a "Girl's night" sticker. A light pink pen rests on the planner, highlighting organization for work and personal life.

A close-up of the left side of a Happy Planner for April, showing a "TASKS" checklist with items like "Order Paint" and "Organize Junk Drawer." Below, the "NOTES" section details a weekly workout plan including "Stretch/Yoga," "Back + Bis," and "Cardio + Chest."

A close-up of the right side of a Happy Planner, showing the weekly calendar for April 22-28, 2024. Entries include "CRT Huddle," "Team meeting," "Burnout Webinar," and "Girl's night" with a "Celebrate the Positive" sticker, illustrating daily appointments and events.

How I Stay Organized

My planner is my go to! If you are looking for an amazing planner that comes in multiple different sizes, Happy Planner is the company for you! My day to day looks pretty much the same. Meetings! So I only add the things that are of high importance or outside of the normal day to day. In

45 likes

5 Ways A Mom With ADHD Can Stay Organized

Living with ADHD while managing the myriad responsibilities of motherhood can feel like an uphill battle against chaos. The executive function challenges that often accompany ADHD, such as difficulty with planning, time management, and focus can make staying organized feel overwhelming. However, by

377 likes

HOW I STAY ORGANIZED AS A TEACHER IN MY CLASSROOM

As an elementary teacher, it can be very easy for my classroom to be come disorganized. The classroom is like our second home all year so it is important that I at least TRY to keep it organized! Here are some essentials that I have had each year: ✨supply toolbox! I use this to hold all of my ext

40 likes

A bedroom scene with an unmade bed and pillows, featuring the title 'Effortless Home Organization Hacks That Works!' in white and yellow text, with small cleaning-related icons.

Text overlay on a blurred background of an unmade bed, detailing '1 Start with Small, Daily Habits' including making the bed, the one-minute rule, and an evening reset.

Text overlay on a blurred background of a kitchen sink with dirty dishes, outlining '2 Declutter in Easy Steps' such as purging unused items, the one-in-one-out rule, and sorting by category.

How I Stay Organized Without Overwhelming ✨

Keeping your home organized without feeling overwhelmed is all about simple systems, realistic habits, and letting go of perfection. Here’s how you can stay on top of clutter and create a peaceful home: 1️⃣ Start with Small, Daily Habits Instead of waiting for a big clean-up day, tackle messe

648 likes

A rustic-modern kitchen with a wooden island and bar stools, featuring the title text: "Things to Throw Away In your kitchen For more Organized Life!". The room has large windows and pendant lights.

Numerous glass jars filled with various pickled vegetables and canned goods are stacked on shelves. An overlay reads: "Expired food and canned goods", suggesting these items should be discarded.

Stacks of light blue/green ceramic plates and bowls are neatly arranged on a white tablecloth with silverware. The text overlay advises to discard "Excess dishware" and kitchen tools not frequently used.

Things to Throw Away For more more organized life

#homedecor #home #orginization #lemon8challenge #Lemon8Diary #roomtour #roomdecor #homeideas #homefinds #cleangirlaesthetic

123 likes

LET’S GET ORGANIZED 🧺

A fresh start in 2025 calls for a fresh, organized home. If you’re looking to bring simplicity and structure into your daily life, these handpicked organization essentials are just what you need. From streamlined closets to tidy kitchens, these products will help you finally get organized in 2025.

329 likes

*exactly* how I digital plan to stay organized 👀

I've gone through multiple planning systems throughout the years.. from digital planners to physical planners and so on. But I always ran into those days where your planning system really just doesn't feel like it's keeping your organized anymore. Here's my updated digital planni

187 likes

A desk setup with a laptop, an open planner, and a tablet, featuring text overlays "TOP APPS TO STAY ORGANIZED IN 2025" and decorative stars, illustrating a productive workspace for planning and organization.

A mobile app interface for TimeTree, a shared calendar app, with text highlighting its ease of use for coordinating schedules and planning events with family and friends.

The Xtiles app interface, showcasing its features for goal setting, habit tracking, and calendar comparison, presented as a centralized platform for comprehensive organization.

Top Apps to Stay Organized in 2025!

As we head into the new year, I have to share the apps that help keep me on task and organized all year round! Let me know which apps you plan to incorporate into your routine for the new year! 😊 #2025goals #newyearnewme #goalsetting #xtilesplanner #xtiles #notionalternative #goal

425 likes

An organized pantry features clear airtight containers for cereal on the top shelf. White bins are labeled for coffee, breakfast, bread, spreads, and snacks, creating distinct zones. The bottom shelves utilize black wire baskets for various snack bags, enhancing visibility and organization within the pantry.

3 Essentials for an organized pantry ✨ pt 2

1. Use airtight containers for things like non resealable snacks, pasta, oats, baking ingredients, and cereal. Airtight container that also have a pour spout are great for things like cereal and smaller pastas! 2. Create zones. Here you will see breakfast items at the top and snacks at the bott

1797 likes

I use this app every day to stay organized ☕️

Making lists brings clarity and enhances productivity for several reasons, and Clear app is perfect for that! I seriously use it daily and it really improved my day to day life. Here are some reasons on how making lists can help us with productivity: 🧠 Organizes Thoughts: Writing things down

40 likes

Three folded clothing items, a dark blue top, a red top, and a yellow top, are neatly placed on a textured bedspread, illustrating the concept of decluttering unused clothing.

Various bottles of shampoo and conditioner are arranged on a wooden corner shelf in a bathroom with light green tiled walls, representing items to declutter.

Stacks of folded towels in shades of grey, yellow, black, and white are organized on shelves, highlighting old towels and beddings that are no longer used.

8 Things to Declutter for a More Organized Home

🍋Things you can give away, toss or donate: 1. 👚👖If you haven’t worn it in the past year, it’s time to let it go. Donate what no longer fits or suits your style. This will not only help declutter your closet but also give you more breathing room in your wardrobe. 2. 🧴🧼If you’re not using thos

24 likes

Soft Chaos, But Make It Organized ✨

Notion is my digital nervous system atp. I needed something soft, adaptable, and cute enough to open when I’m spiraling — and this was it. No timers. No strict routines. Just soft structure and a lil visual dopamine. If you’re overstimmed and always forgetting things, this one’s for you. Wh

19 likes

5 ways I keep my phone organized ⚡️🧡

1. keep the most used apps on your homescreen to avoid searching for those apps all the time. 2. organizing all your notes into folders will help you find information much faster compared to everything being jumbled together. 3. If you have multiple emails like I do ( business, school, or pe

259 likes

See more