The Connection Between an Organized Home and Emotional Wellness

3 Ways Home Organizing Can Improve How You Feel

The stresses of parenthood, work, and daily life can have a real impact on the state of our home. And the state of our home can have a real impact on our emotional well-being. Here are three ways an organized home can positively affect how you feel:

1. Reduce stress and pressure 

When you organize, every item is given a home. Keys go in a bowl by the door. Toys go in designated bins. Donations go in an assigned box. Why is this important? For two main reasons - when you know where an item goes, it is easier to put it away, making it easier to stay organized. And, when you know where an item is, it reduces the time and energy involved to locate it. Creating routine and being able to find something when you need it means less stress and more calm. And here’s the bonus - when you know where to find what you’re looking for you don’t buy unnecessary replacements, which also means more savings!

2. Improve focus 

You may have heard the saying “declutter your home, declutter your mind.” It’s a saying we at Tidy Nest believe wholeheartedly and that our clients second. Clutter in your home can be a distraction, and it can overwhelm your thoughts. By removing the clutter you’re clearing your mind. And with a clearer mind, you are free to focus more on the people around you or the task you need to get done.

3. Relax more

Anxious about the too-full closet with the too-small baby clothes, overwhelmed by the sight of your pantry, or stressed about the party decorations you bought but can’t find – these are feelings that can invade our heads. Now imagine a child’s closet with only clothes that fit or will fit soon, a pantry with everything visible, and party decorations in exactly the right drawer. How would that feel? An organized home creates calm and a sense of control over your surroundings, which will lead to a calmer and more relaxed mindset.

When your space reflects your best self, you become and feel your best self. Are you ready to reclaim your space and enjoy a happier, healthier, and clutter-free life? January is the perfect time to start fresh and invest in your well-being - so let’s get started!