Thursday, October 22, 2015

Clutter & Your Health

While "spring cleaning" is usually a topic of conversation in the early spring, it deserves year-round attention. There are several ways that clutter can be damaging to your overall health. The points below are a summary from the article "Clutter can cost money: Declutter, lighten up" published in USA Today.
Peter Walsh explains how people can slim down and save money when they organize and declutter their office and/or home.
How can clutter cost you money? - When you end up paying late fees or your credit score diminishes simply because you misplaced the mail and lost the bill... When you buy food items that you don't use prior to their expiration date because they were jammed in the back of the cabinet.
How does decluttering help with weight loss? When you declutter and organize a space, it brings a sense of calm to you. And, when you're organized, you give yourself the ability to plan ahead. That planning translates into food choices you make... when you're thinking clearly.
In the article Walsh divides clutter into four categories and also gives tips on how to get started tackling clutter and losing those stubborn pounds. Read the full article here: http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2015/04/19/clear-the-clutter-financial/70850610/

For more information on how clutter can be damaging your health, visit the links below. 

http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/features/clutter-control

http://lifehacker.com/how-clutter-affects-your-brain-and-what-you-can-do-abo-662647035

http://www.doctoroz.com/episode/organizing-secrets-transform-your-life-and-health


Before the holiday season hits full swing, take control of your space and your health. You are sure to benefit from a renewed sense of order and calm in your environment.