I think (I know, don't assume, but bear with me) he tries to control everything around him in the hopes that having a sense of control will help him feel "happy", b/c feeling out of control obviously does NOT make him happy.
you are a very smart lady..good on you...I know this.
I have experienced this..it was me. and frinkin clutter used to drive me absolutely insane..
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He said, "Ok, I am just really crazed and stressed at work right now and we can talk later". That is as close to sorry as it gets, usually....
I know this too. and yes, I sucked and know that I did.