NEW YEAR – CLEANSED SPACES – CLUTTER FREE HOME
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iving in untidiness keeps our minds active and it visually reminds us, all of the time, that we have things to do. In studies it shows that the home owners of cluttered houses have higher levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. Clear, cleansed spaces however allow our minds to relax and switch off and therefore create a far more harmonious home and living space. Here are a few tips of how to start the process of cleansing your home.
1. START NOW Procrastination is the enemy of clearing spaces – so don’t put it off. Start now! Break down rooms into sections and start with one cupboard, dresser, drawer at a time. Looking at the whole space can be overwhelming, so start small and work your way through in bite sizes. 2. ONE STEP AT A TIME
The best way to declutter your home is to take one small step at a time so it is far less daunting and more manageable. Combined, small steps will lead to big improvements. Approach the task methodically. If you only have an hour, don’t
empty your whole wardrobe. Instead, choose a section in the wardrobe that you think you’ll be able to complete. Another manageable task would be a chest of drawers or a single kitchen cupboard.
3. ENJOY IT Decluttering can actually be quite therapeutic once you get started. Think about how satisfying and rewarding your newly organised living areas will become. The satisfaction of opening a kitchen cupboard or a wardrobe and being able to find everything you need without hunting through all of your disregarded clothes and unwanted or out of date food. Decluttering is incredibly liberating and will make you feel lighter and less stressed. Put on some of your favourite music while you're decluttering and help make it feel less of a chore. Have a think about how useful some of your unwanted possessions may benefit someone else. 4. CREATE THREE PILES AND HAVE 3 BOXES
Allocate your
belongings to three categories: keep, donate, and throw away. If you haven't used or worn something for
