There are many sources of stress in modern life, and clutter can be one of them. Decluttering the home helps make a space more inviting for a peaceful house. However, there are also physical benefits too. To benefit from this simple act, here are a few things to consider.

Why We Need Space

Space is at a premium these days, and we can’t make more of it. However, you can control the space in your home. Not feeling like you are in control, especially in your private house, can lead to issues such as anxiety, stress and depression. If you have clutter you can’t part with, using local self-storage services can be a good compromise between clearing the home and getting rid of stuff you just can’t part with. The feeling of space promotes calm and relaxation.

The Risks of Too Much Stuff

As humans, we collect and accumulate things. But most of the things we have don’t contribute anything positive. They just pile up, use space and can even add to household bills. A home with a lot of clutter will attract more dust, contributing to health risks such as breathing issues. Additionally, household items also attract bugs, which can leave droppings, and spiders, which love to web everything. So, there are physical as well as mental health issues with clutter.

Decluttering the Home for Mental Health

As mentioned, too much clutter can cause mental health problems. In 2018, a study performed by the Mental Health Foundation found that 74% of people become overwhelmed in life. They also found that clutter was a major source of anxiety and made it harder to relax and calm the mind. Combined with other mental health issues, you can also become too attached to the things in your home. This leads to serious mental health problems, such as becoming a hoarder.

Is That Fresh Air?

A home that has just the right amount of decor and essentials is light and airy. With all the clutter gone, your home becomes much more efficient at circulating fresh air, which makes it easier (and healthier) to breathe. This also has multiple knock-on effects. Equal air distribution means your heating works much better in winter, and air is easier to cool in the summer. Further, the nasty particles from dust, bugs and pets are banished alongside a regular cleaning routine.

Keeping It Up

Okay, so you have made efforts to rid your home of clutter and the terrible things that come with it. So what now? For all your efforts, you must keep it up. When you want to add something to the home, think about it carefully. Ask if it will add joy, is actually useful or will require more effort when cleaning. These can be crucial as you can begin back down that slippery slope of adding more clutter. Don’t let your hard work be wasted, and stay mindful of how you treat the home.

Summary

We need space for feeling more relaxed, and decluttering the home is a powerful way to control this. There are physical and mental health benefits to a clear and clean home. But you must also keep up the good work and try not to add even more stuff after a decluttering project.