While more and more things are being added, you think it would be a shame to throw away the old stuff. The things pile up and you gradually lose the overview. Is this recognizable? Then start the new year with a fresh start by decluttering. We will tell you why this is a good idea.
You spend less time cleaning
Firstly, it reduces the time you spend cleaning. It is no longer possible to clean the things you have thrown away, so you have to clean less. We humans are always whining about not having enough time, so this extra time will probably come in handy.
‘Good riddance’
It’s annoying that every time you have visitors, you have to put all your stuff away first. Isn’t it much nicer to have your house nice and tidy? So that you don’t have to apologize for the mess, even when unexpected visitors are at the door. And don’t you also want to be proud of how you run the household?
You save money and create an overview
Because of all the unnecessary stuff, there is a good chance that you no longer have an overview and no longer know what exactly you have in your house. This may cause you to buy products you already have. That’s a waste of money. When you create more overview by getting rid of the things you no longer use, you know what you own. Not only will you save money, you might also earn something from the things you want to sell. In addition, it becomes easier to find things.
It gives a relaxed feeling
Coming home to an empty, tidy and organized house gives you a relaxed feeling. By decluttering you create a home where you can truly relax. And that is important, because a home should really feel like a home. A place to recharge yourself. Therefore, surround yourself with things that really make you happy.
It improves your focus and productivity
When you are in an environment free of distractions and clutter, it is easier to focus on your tasks and projects. A tidy environment therefore has a positive influence on your concentration and productivity.
You help others and the environment
By donating or giving away the items you no longer need to others, you support others. Perhaps these items will come in very handy for others. This promotes reuse and recycling. This in turn is good for the environment.
It provides a better living environment
By decluttering and removing unnecessary items from your home, you get the opportunity to use all available space more effectively. This not only makes your house seem bigger. It also leads to a more pleasant and efficient living environment.
Decluttering improves your emotional well-being
It’s even good for your emotional well-being to declutter. If you have certain things that you associate negative feelings with, decluttering them may provide emotional benefits. The negative feelings disappear from your home and in this way you create a feeling of control over your living space and life.
