Clean Space
Personally, something feels different when my bedroom isn’t the way I want it to be, clean and organized. I can feel this looming, nagging nudge to get my space in order, no matter how much other stuff I have going on. I’m hyper-aware of the small pile of clothes on the floor in my closet, the random pile of papers on my desk, and that I need to clean my bathroom. I find that when my space is clean and organized, there’s more room in my head for more important things (like grad school projects and exams). There’s one less thing to worry about.
There are so many benefits to cleanliness and organization. You may not have control over everything going on in your life, but this is one thing you can control. This space is YOURS. Also, like I briefly mentioned earlier, physical clutter can add to mental clutter and make it harder to focus. Each messy item is just reminding you of all the other things you have to do. Peace comes with putting everything in its place. Lastly, a clean space can also promote healthier choices. In one study, when participants were placed in either a messy or clean room - the ones in the clean room chose healthier snacks and were more generous (Madormo, 2021).
Take a look at your current space. Whether you’re living with your family, by yourself, or with roommates, there is some space that is just your own. What does it look like? Are there clothes all over your bedroom floor? Do you have a desk shelf that goes unused because the papers are just sitting on top of the desk? Are there dust bunnies under your bed? How does that spot make you feel? Does it just add to the stress you already have regarding everything else going on in your life? Does it nag at you? It may be time to address it, friend!
Everyone has a different version of what clean and organized looks like. I’m not asking everyone to follow the same guidelines/rules. For a family of six, cleaning the bathroom once/week may be necessary, but for someone who lives by themselves, every week may seem like a lot. No matter your current living circumstances, consider what’s reasonable to you. If it’s helpful, make a little chore chart for yourself, or write down your goals. For example:
Every 2 weeks: Clean bathroom, vacuum bedroom, change bed sheets, and do laundry.
Every week: Organize desk - put things away to clear space.
Every day: Put clothes in the hamper or hang back up if not dirty and clean the kitchen counter.
When we take the time to organize and clean our space regularly, we give our minds more space to worry about the bigger things. Don’t let a cluttered environment consume your thoughts! Make it a priority to take care of it, and move on.
Reference: Madormo, C. (2021). The scientific reason why cleaning and organizing is good for you. Taste of Home. Retrieved from https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/the-scientific-reason-why-cleaning-and-organizing-is-good-for-you/.
Challenges/Points:
A messy and dirty space can cause more anxiety or stress than we already have. By taking the time to clean and organize your space, you can bring about more mental peace.
The level of organization and cleanliness depends on who you live with and what space is just yours.
Take the time to determine what feels right to you regarding cleaning and organizing. Create a chore chart or calendar to keep on track.
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