What behaviors stop your organizing attempts? Great article on simple solutions that will help the not unpleasant task of tidying up your life.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Get-Organized---Avoid-these-10-Common-Mistakes&id=1063806

Many "messies" I work for are some of the most fun loving, creative, and generous with their time and money. I have learned so much from my clients that have helped me learn to relax and accept that life can be fun and not perfectly organized. Interesting article about the balance between organization and chaos.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23565682/

Studies show 2-12% of Americans are compulsive shoppers. Males, you can stop rolling your eyes! Men and women are equally effected. Low self-esteem is usually the reason according to this article.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/23450003/