Some people dream of having a house ready for display, but real life gets in the way pretty fast. It never seems that long before you are tripping over your partner’s boots that they have left in the middle of the front room, or you are witnessing what can only be described as the remnants of a clothes hurricane in the kid’s bedroom.
Clutter is a daily part of our lives, and while some of it is just part and parcel of living, there are good reasons for us to cut down on it as much as possible! This piece will look at a couple of reasons why you should keep your home clutter-free so that you can reap the benefits.
Let’s get into it.
Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Stress and anxiety are a common part of daily life for the average American, and this probably will not come as much of a surprise. In a consumer and capitalist-driven nature where the general public are enticed to buy more, more and more in the pursuit of happiness, this is one of the reasons why many of us are up to our eyeballs in *stuff*.
However, on the contrary, too much stuff in the home can create a stressful environment that can impact your health. If you find yourself being agitated by being surrounded by mess, this is probably a good sign that your mind and body have had enough.
Reduce Allergens
Clutter usually means a build-up of dust, and dust is one of those things that can be extremely irritating when there is enough of it. If you have a lot of clutter in your bedroom, the chances are it is collecting dust and dander as we speak, and those spores are something you breathe in when you are asleep.
If you notice that you are coughing or sniffling when you are in your home, this could be a sign of a dust problem. When you can, it is best to get rid of all the clutter possible out of the bedroom and then dust and hoover to your heart’s content.
If you are running low on storage and are not sure what to do with everything, then a simple solution could be some outside storage from Keter. You can still keep what you need, but it will be outside instead of inside gathering dust!
Find Your Favorites
Ever wonder where your best sweater ended up? Or where those new notebooks you brought to help you become organized got to? Almost everyone has been there. With the accumulation of stuff, many things become buried or forgotten about. Decluttering means you can find those lost treasures again and reconnect with them!
These are just a few reasons why decluttering can be very beneficial. Just remember to take it one step at a time, and even one room at a time, and work through it at your own pace to avoid becoming stressed or overwhelmed!
