During this time of quarantine and shut-down, you might be like many people and feel the need to declutter. Maybe being trapped in your house has made you realize how much random “junk” you have in your house, or maybe you finally have time to tackle that spare room in your house. Whatever the reason, decluttering is a great way to spend your time at home during this pandemic! In fact, it is so good that I am here to tell you the benefits that come from having a clean and organized house!
Stress
One of the biggest benefits that come from decluttering that you might notice right away is that cleaning and getting rid of things is stress-relieving. Here at Wellnessaurus we are all about reducing stress! Cleaning out your house can actually help clean out your mind as well. Very Well Mind confirms, “Walking into a home that has piles of paper on every surface, stacks of laundry needing to be put away, and random items were strewn on the floor feels different than walking into a model home.” The reason for this is that when your mind is crowded, seeing clutter around your home or anywhere you spend a lot of time, can make your life feel more cluttered and stressed. Decluttering and getting rid of excess items or putting them where they belong can really relieve your brain from stress.
Sleep
Cleaning your house, specifically your bedroom, can help you sleep better. The reason you sleep better in a cleaned room is that clean sheets are comfier as well as the fact that having an organized room helps you to be able to relax to fall asleep better and wake up in a better mood feeling more refreshed. Wash your sheets at least once a week and take a few minutes each night to pick up the clutter in your room and you will notice that you are sleeping more peacefully.
Allergies and Illness
Hidden in your home can be many allergy and sickness causing elements like dust mites, bugs, animal dander, mold, and more. But luckily when you clean your home you can reduce your allergies and your chances of getting sick. When decluttering or deep cleaning your home, you often move things around and clean areas that are often neglected. Cleaning the excess dust around your home can be beneficial to your health when it comes to allergies and illness.
Find Things
Let’s face it, you probably own a lot of things that you have forgotten about. There’s a big chance you have a few things hidden in a closet somewhere for a rainy day that keeps on getting shoved further back until you completely forget that you have them. As you declutter and find things you forgot you had you can get rid of things that you aren’t going to use and put the things you want to use in a more accessible place. You can even save money by decluttering because you might have been planning on buying something you actually already have.
Help Others
Cleaning out your house is a surprising way to help your family, friends, and others. Decluttering can be done as a family and can be a great time to bond and reflect on memories. When decluttering you might find things that you don’t use but that your family or friends would like to have. You can also find things to donate to others.
See? Decluttering is awesome! If you are feeling trapped at home or can’t go to very many places, try decluttering. You will feel satisfied and happy!