Numbed, you made me smile and almost laugh. Once I bought 3-4 file boxes and hanging files. When I realized that in addition to the sorting, I would have to decide on how many files to use, what to name them, and then divide up the stuff...well, it was just too much. Back to the store the unused items went.
Though I find this problem embarassing & overwhelming, you and the other posters have helped me feel better about myself. Sometimes I feel so alone in this. I do care. It is just that it causes more stress in my life. I am so tired most days. I will try again to conquer the piles when I am off again in two weeks.