Ever felt the walls closing in on you because of all your unnecessary stuff? That suffocating feeling seems to be pretty standard. Over one-quarter of Australians said they feel that clutter creates anxiety and stress in their lives. Remember that sense of bliss when you’ve finally cleaned up the kitchen for the night? If you can get more peace of mind with a quick clean-up, sign us up!
Why Declutter?
Declutter your space to declutter your mind. It sounds simple, but does it work? WebMD lists some possible benefits:
- Improved focus – if you’re surrounded by lots of stuff, it can be visually overpowering and thus distracting. In a messy home, it’s hard to find the things you need. So let’s stop wasting our precious time and start to declutter.
- Better self-esteem – when you’re disorganized, feelings of guilt and shame can come up. Cleaning your home will help you feel better about yourself. More control of your space makes you feel like you’ve got more control of your life.
- Easier relationships – stress levels are high when one person is more messy or prone to hoarding than others. Keeping clutter low will lead to calmer relationships. As a bonus, unexpected guests will be met with smiles.
- Decrease in asthma & allergies – most of our clutter is forgotten, never moved, cleaned or used. It makes it a hotspot for dust, mould and mildew, which can trigger asthma and allergies.
Those sound like some tempting benefits. Now you’ve got the motivation to throw out that broken washing machine in the garage. But where to start?
How To Get Started
You can always overdo anything. So what’s most important is not to make the decluttering process stressful. Instead, try to clean up at your own pace and with your lifestyle and tastes in mind. As they say, “one man’s junk is another man’s treasure”. But here are a few tips that could help you make a start:
Start small and wherever you want. Once you’ve accomplished cleaning out one drawer of junk, reward yourself. It’s a big deal. Next, try to sort out the stuff that’s really bothering you that you can’t ignore first.
Get daily habits. A thorough clean-up once a month can make stuff pile up. Skip feeling overwhelmed and stressed by setting aside small chunks of time each day to tidy up key traffic areas.
Decide what you’ll do. It’s a good idea to have a sorting system for what happens when you find junk. Having a clear-cut plan of what you’ll do will cut down the time cleaning takes and the confusion that leads you to drop the project altogether. Dividing them up into these three categories is a good start. “Throw Out”, “Keep”, and “Storage”.
What Should You Keep?
Got something you only use once a year? Store it. Things like kayaks, blow-up pools, and extra mattresses are all great examples. They’re helpful, pricey items that are only used on specific occasions. If you go with a mobile self-storage company like TAXIBOX for your storage needs, you can have your storage unit redelivered straight to your address when these specific occasions come up, making accessing your storage easier than ever.
Sentimental items are perfect for storage too. Get peace of mind that they’re safe but without the clutter at your place.
Need extra space? Go with TAXIBOX. Have your TAXIBOX delivered straight to you and pack at your own pace; once you’re done, their drivers will pick up your TAXIBOX to store until you need it back. Easy! They’ll help you with short and long-term storage to free up your home and clean your mind. Get a calmer, clutter-free life with a free quote today.