June: Organization — Systems That Stick

Executive function is what helps us manage daily life, and organization is one of the most tangible skills in that toolkit.

But let’s be clear: organization isn’t about having color-coded closets and minimalist aesthetics. It’s about having reliable systems that help you find what you need, when you need it, with as little stress as possible.

In other words: it’s not about perfect. It’s about functional.

Reframe: What If You’re Already Organized?

Start by noticing what is working. Maybe your sock drawer is chaos, but your kitchen spices are alphabetized. Or your digital files are a mess, but your calendar is dialed in. That counts!

Celebrate the systems that are already serving you. Then build from there by noticing what works for your brain.

Types of Organization

• Physical: How your things are arranged. (Backpacks, paper piles, pantries)

• Digital: How you manage files, emails, and online to-dos.

• Mental: How you hold info in your brain (and how much you forget).

All three need some love. But if you try to overhaul everything at once, you’ll burn out. Choose one area this month to focus on.

Executive Function Practice for June

• Do a 10-minute declutter sweep every evening

• Label key items or create drop zones (e.g. a bin for library books)

• Start using ONE consistent calendar or planner

• Create a checklist for one routine (like bedtime or packing lunch or something else that is annoying or challenging)

Final Thoughts: Systems Over Stuff

Being organized isn’t about being perfect — it’s about creating repeatable systems that reduce friction. Small tweaks, like labeling bins or having a weekly reset, can make a big difference. Focus on designing an environment that works with your brain, not against it.

Coming Up Next Month

July: Task Initiation — How to get started when you don’t feel like it.