The acronym KISS is an abbreviation for the design principle: Keep It Simple Stupid, or if you prefer, Keep It Simple Sweetheart. The phrase is clear and uncomplicated, just like the message it conveys. KISS reminds us that systems and products function best when kept uncomplicated and easy to understand.  Keeping it simple is not only a design principle, but also a philosophy for life. 

How KISS Applies to Vision Loss

Experiencing uncorrectable changes in eyesight, at any level, can throw aspects of daily life out of whack. Activities that were once natural, may become more complicated. Adopting the Keep It Simple mind set, and adjusting one step at a time, will prove beneficial over the short term and long term. Developing more accessible solutions improves efficiency, reduces time consumption and stress. 

Prioritizing simplicity is a process in itself. Get into the habit of minimizing the complexity of every day things. Here are some helpful articles that reflect the KISS principle.

• Get Your House in Order

Key to simplifying life is organizing. It may not be as easy to look for things as it once was.  A neat and tidy environment will compensate in substantial ways. Think about how nice it is to open a drawer and find exactly what you’re looking for, because it is right where you left it. With low vision often it is easier to put our hands on something before our eyes see that it’s there. Read Time to Get Organized

• Think Small

When the thought of doing something different or learning something new is daunting, think small. Breaking down tasks into smaller increments is often a recommended step toward simplifying. Let’s explore ways to get things done in minutes instead of hours. Read Small Changes Are Big

• Create Kitchen Comfort

Whether you enjoy preparing good food, or just consuming it, low vision will not bring an end to either. It helps to simplify, in much the same way other daily activities do. It’s always good to consider helpful tips along the way. Read 10 Kitchen Tips for Low Vision Cooks

• Streamline Payment Process

Paying bills can be an unpleasant experience on many levels. Adding vision loss to this process will make it a dreaded task each and every month. Time to automate payments for the greatest of ease.  Read Make Bill Paying Easier

• Asking for Help

Human assistance is simply the best way to get some things done, like getting through an airport. Read Arrange Airport Assistance

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