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Are things in your house bumming you out?

26 Friday Feb 2021

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You may not even be aware of it, but psychologist Dr. Susan Bartell says YES! Here are a few of the things that can bring you down – and what to do about them.

#1: Family heirlooms. Dr. Bartell says we feel guilty getting rid of them because they’re supposed to hold memories. But instead, they can weigh us down emotionally and cause physical clutter. So, Dr. Bartell says, let those things go. Ask another family member if they want it. If not – and it’s not “Antiques-Roadshow”-worthy – get rid of it. 

What else could be bumming you out in your own home? Heavy drapes! Their physical weight and the way they block light can make a home feel old, sad, and tired. 

Finally, old paperwork can make us depressed. It’s a constant reminder of bills and obligations. So shred anything you don’t need, and make a point of filing things away. That way, the sight of paperwork won’t drag you down emotionally.

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Feeling tired all the time?

16 Wednesday Sep 2020

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It could be your cluttered kitchen, workspace, or even your computer desktop. Researchers at Princeton University found clutter can trigger sensory overload – which forces the brain to work extra hard, tiring it out faster. That creates fatigue and uneasiness. So try straightening up your workspace, and see if it helps.

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Clutter causes stress!

15 Monday Jun 2020

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Because piles of clothes and papers are reminders of things we aren’t getting done and can trigger anxiety, or feelings of failure. So, if your home is a giant, chaotic mess, and you don’t know where to start, try micro-decluttering. And instead of tackling the whole house, or even a whole room, start with a drawer. Or just your t‑shirts. Set your phone timer for 15 minutes and work on that one, small thing. And you’ll feel much calmer and more in-control, one t-shirt stack, or junk drawer, at a time.

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Get healthier, higher self-esteem and be happy!

22 Tuesday Jan 2019

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So you want to lose weight, drink less, exercise more, and de-clutter your house. What should you tackle first? ALL of it! That’s according to a study at UC Santa Barbara.

When researchers had study participants commit to eating better, exercising more, cutting back on alcohol, getting more sleep, and practicing mindfulness all simultaneously – it worked! After 6 weeks, the study subjects showed improvement on all fronts. They were stronger, healthier, had higher self-esteem and were happier.

Brain science professor Michael Mrazek led the research and he says each lifestyle change supported the others. Exercising makes it easier to sleep… sleeping well makes it easier to eat well… and being mindful makes it easier to make good choices. So, if you have a lot of changes you’d like to make, go for it! Do them all at once.

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A messy kitchen can make people eat more.

09 Monday Jan 2017

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Cornell University found that people ate TWICE as many cookies in a messy kitchen, compared to a tidy one. That’s because visual clutter raises our stress levels. And when we’re stressed, we’re more likely to turn to unhealthy snacks for comfort – like cookies. So, the first step to taking control of your diet may be to clean up the kitchen.

Your messy closet could be draining your energy.

16 Thursday Apr 2015

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A Princeton University study found that people with unorganized closets have less energy and felt more fatigue. That’s because the brain gets overwhelmed by visual clutter. It slows the brain’s reaction time. So, spend a few minutes at the end of each day putting your clothes away.

Can’t sleep at night?

30 Tuesday Dec 2014

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Make your bed in the morning! A survey by the National Sleep Foundation found that deeper sleepers tend to make their bed every day. They also change their sheets at least once a week, and keep their bedroom tidier than those who are poor sleepers. The link? A clean, comfortable bedroom allows your brain to relax. A cluttered bedroom raises stress levels and delays sleep.

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