Hiking the Bruce Trail in 2024. This Earth Day was SORTD's first - and represented a natural moment to pause and reflect not just on the environment, but on the small, everyday choices that shape how we live in our homes. At SORTD, home organization isn’t only about creating calm, functional spaces. It’s also about being mindful of what we bring into our homes, what we hold onto, and where things go when we let them go. Over time, I’ve realized that organizing and sustainabil

🔬 A throwback to my microbiology undergrad! This is a Gram stain of bacteria I isolated from a soil sample. Gram staining is a way to categorize bacteria based on their cell walls, which is a great tool to help us understand how these tiny organisms behave and interact in their environment. Having a degree in microbiology might seem like an unusual starting point for a career in home organization, but I’ve discovered there are actually many parallels. I spent countless hours

Children need organization just as much as adults, but organizing a child’s room can feel like a never-ending cycle. You tidy, sort into neat piles, label bins, and within a week, it’s back to chaos. The problem isn’t a lack of effort; it’s that most organizing systems are designed for adults, not kids. By using systems that work for children, prioritizing accessibility, and including them in the process, you can create a room that works for both kids and parents. Here are fi

There’s a reason many of us feel the urge to reset our homes when spring arrives. As the days get longer and natural light increases, our brains naturally shift out of winter’s slower, hibernation-like rhythm. Research shows that increased daylight can boost mood, energy, and motivation, which is why spring often feels like the perfect time to declutter and refresh our spaces. You don’t need to overhaul your entire home to tap into that feeling. Organizing just a few small a