| Things can get lost or misplaced even in a neat | | | | same location. For example, if you are always |
| and tidy house. This usually happens because | | | | looking for the tape dispenser or the stapler, |
| there isn't a specially designated place for things. | | | | create an office supply box or drawer. A box or |
| Whether it's a specific drawer, the filing cabinet, a | | | | other portable container can be especially handy, |
| cabinet or a shelf, if everything in the house has a | | | | since this makes it possible to grab the entire box |
| designated location, it will be easier to find things. | | | | when you are working on something, then return |
| The best way of accomplishing this is to start | | | | the box to its designated location when you are |
| with items that are lost most frequently. For a lot | | | | finished. |
| of people, this includes things like the car keys, a | | | | Clear canisters and boxes are also a great way |
| spare house key, bills that need to be paid, school | | | | to organize things. Although labeling can help, being |
| papers that need to be returned, the tape | | | | able to see the objects through the clear box can |
| dispenser, and many others. Make a list of the | | | | be a big help towards finding things, especially |
| items that are lost most frequently, then sit down | | | | when you are still trying to get used to where an |
| and decide where the most convenient spot for | | | | object's special place is. |
| these items would be. In most cases, the most | | | | Once a spot has been designated for everything, |
| convenient spot should be designated as this | | | | it is important to remember to always return the |
| items "home." | | | | object to its spot when it isn't in use. That way |
| It can also be helpful to store similar things in the | | | | you'll always know where to find it. |