Reduce Clutter Reduce Stress
Did you know that clutter and stress can be linked to one another? It’s true! According to Psychology Today
Don’t let clutter affect your personal well-being! Celebrate National Give Something Away Day on July 15 by taking steps towards decluttering your home and reclaiming your life with the following tips.
Clean Up Clutter Catchers
The side table in your foyer or mudroom, your nightstand, the kitchen countertop, the garage. These are probably some of the most cluttered places in your houseBe Proactive
Thinking ahead and setting ground rules for yourself is one excellent way of decluttering your home in regard to more than the areas that catch clutter. After all, if you have a system in place to manage kids’ artwork or keep sentimental clutter at bay, you’ll have fewer messes to deal with later down the road. You may find the following posts helpful in setting up a defensive strategy against clutter:- 5 Tips to Rid Sentimental Clutter
- 5 Ways to Reduce Paper Clutter
- How to Organize Your Dining Room Table
- How to Store and Organize Kids’ Artwork
- Learn How to Organize Kids’ Toys
- Space-Saving Hidden Storage Ideas
Donate Items to Charity
The feeling of accomplishment that comes with decluttering your home is quite rewarding. You can double those good vibes when you donate items to charity. Set out a box in each family member’s room for items that they no longer use but are in good condition, such as old clothes, shoes, books and toys. Then, find a cause — like a homeless shelter, battered women’s shelter or religious organization — and donate your goods so that someone else can benefit from them.Don’t Forget to Declutter Inside Storage Areas
Out of sight doesn’t always equal out of mind when it comes to clutter and stress. Opening your fridge to see eggs balancing precariously on a crown of broccoli and packets of moldy cheese aren’t exactly going to put you in a calm state of mind. The same goes for other parts of the house, such as your pantry, cabinets or bedroom closet. These posts may come in handy while you’re decluttering storage areas in your home:
- 7 Clothes Organization Tips to Declutter Your Closet
- How to Organize Your Refrigerator
- Kitchen Cabinet Organization Tips
- Learn How to Organize Plasticware
- Refrigerator and Pantry Organization Tips for Kids’ Snacks
Don’t have time to declutter your home on your own? We’ve got you covered! Contact your local Merry Maids for some help kicking clutter to the curb. We’re glad to lend a hand so you can reclaim your home in an effort to be happier and healthier.
