Keeping Your Home In A “State Of Clean”
You’ve probably heard the saying, “clean house, clean mind.” Well, it’s no wonder there’s power in our home atmosphere when it comes to our mental health and well-being. According to a study in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, women who described their home as cluttered or having unfinished projects (like renovations or cleaning tasks) were more tired, depressed, stressed, and unable to unwind after coming home.
Intentional homekeeping creates an environment that is restorative for your well-being and reflective of who you are. Here are three ways to beat stress by taking care of the mess at home.
Declutter the “catch-alls” in your home.
Make note of areas that catch the most clutter in your home. Entryways, desks, nightstands, kitchen counters, and garages are the most common. Each week, go into a home organizer mode by picking one spot to focus on. Think through what needs to stay and what needs to go, and then set up proactive systems to keep the area functional and beautiful. Some spaces simply need home organization solutions, but bigger jobs can be overwhelming. Consider a consultation from a local home organizer to help you see past the clutter.
Schedule cleaning to focus better
Keeping your home in order on a regular basis or when you’re expecting company requires time, energy, and the right method to tackle the never ending list of cleaning to-dos. Keep a checklist of what items need to be done before and after the weekend. If you find yourself frustrated or short of time (both which add to the stress of life), work with a reputable residential home cleaning company to take care of it for you. Our Foundational Cleaning alone saves our clients an average of 12 hours, and when combined with weekly home cleaning, frees up your calendar for more memorable commitments.
Refresh your seasonal decor
When you love the look and feel of your home you naturally feel more at ease and motivated to keep it clean and share it with others. Think about the textures, colors, smells, and memories you want to make in your home during the upcoming season, and look for unique areas in and around your house to incorporate these seasonal design touches.
About Nook & Cranny Homekeeping
Nook & Cranny Homekeeping in Tulsa, OK offers professional housekeeping services including residential home cleaning, home organization solutions, and home concierge management. When it comes to your home space, we believe clean is good, but beautiful is better.