I have a stool too...not even a foldable one...it's always out because I can't reach the upper cabinets or open the roof vents or see what's on the upper shelf in the closet without it. The ceiling lights are the three way like Ava refers but I also have a wood dowel that I can use to reach the switch on the fixture to adjust them when needed...I used the end of a fly swatter until I realized that using metal on an electrical fixture probably wasn't one of my wisest choices!
Have to have the stool to reach the chain on the ceiling fan too. Under the bed I store a three step utility ladder so I can reach the AC and clean the filter when needed. On the upside I am able to walk around up in the bedroom and not worry about hitting my head on the ceiling!
I may be short...but hey my feet touch the ground!
My mind works like lightning...one brilliant flash and it's gone.