Credit: Houzz | Knowles Design
Decluttering might sound like a chore, but having a good clear out and properly organising your possessions is so worthwhile.
Of course, your home will look and function better, but that’s only half the benefit. The other half – and it’s the part with the most significant impact - is that you will feel better. I promise!
Here are three very good reasons for tackling that job you’ve been putting off:
1. You’ll be happier and more relaxed
When clutter is visible, it’s jarring and irritating. And even when it’s lurking behind a door, it preys on your mind. Clutter equals chaos, and you just can’t function at your best amongst chaos.
On the other hand, when everything is in its place, your mind is free to focus on other things without the distraction of “I really need to shift that”, or “I can’t bear to look over there”. Quite simply, without the visual, mental and emotional weight of clutter, you’ll feel lighter, happier and more relaxed in your home. Decluttering will bring you a sense of peace.
And if you work from home, you’ll undoubtedly notice a marked improvement in your ability to concentrate. A calm and ordered environment = a calm and ordered mind!
Credit: Houzz | ML Interior Designs
2. Your home will look and feel better
A tidy, organised home that isn’t overstuffed and has a well-thought-through layout is naturally pleasing to the eye. And once you’ve cleared out the clutter and organised your things properly, the possessions you truly value will have space to shine and can be appreciated.
Having created more physical space, you may also find there’s a better flow to your home. It might prompt you to move the furniture around and even re-think your décor.
And from a practical perspective, you’ll always be able to quickly lay your hands on what you need – so not only will your home be more visually appealing, but it will also work better for you as a functional living space.
3. You’ll feel a sense of achievement
The problem with clutter is that it tends to weigh on you. It doesn’t just take up valuable space in your home, it takes up space in your mind. And the longer decluttering is there on the ‘to do’ list, the more daunting a task it becomes.
But think how good it will feel being able to tick it off.
Think of decluttering, clearing out and organising as a kind of therapy that’s going to get rid of that irritating weight. And you’re not just getting a job done for the sake of it, you’re improving the quality of your home and life.
If there’s a lot to do, break it down into smaller, more achievable tasks. Even just tackling one little area at a time, you’ll see an instant difference and it’s another thing off the list. Today you might tidy a drawer; tomorrow you might prune the contents of a cupboard; another day, the bags of goodness-knows-what in the spare room.
Most importantly, recognise that every task completed is a small victory. Well done you - now reward yourself!
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