Save Yourself From Extreme Cluttering

By Christopher Wallace


Being busy happens to many people but often this is the result of having an active life. Often, people want to do more but sometimes a lack of planning can get in the way. Usually, these are the essentials that have a direct link to other aspects of life, like money matters or just having personal time. When extreme cluttering occurs in the home or business, clearing a reasonable path is the only solution.

Some home dwellers may make a joke about how messy their home is or their dislike for doing housework, what they sometimes fail to realize is that they are placing the safety of their guests at risk. That big pile of nothing that has yet to be sorted out can fall on someone. Certain odors can trigger allergies or aggravate the respiratory system of someone who is not used to breathing stale air.

Basically, the junk and disorganization can make other uncomfortable. Even in an office setting, visitors who see old papers and outdated or unused equipment collecting dust tend to receive a negative message. While there may be a seemingly reasonable explanation, such as a lack of time, outsiders tend to see this environment as someone who does not care.

Once a time has been set aside, the best approach is to rid the home of things that are not being used at that moment. Things of value that are out of season or need minor repair should be set aside with a due date to store or make functional. The idea is to have only things that are going to be used within reach, otherwise, it is just taking up unnecessary space.

One way to look at the situation is from a point of being able to solve a problem. For instance, a person may need to use a sewing machine to repair a clothing item. While digging around, there is an older machine with minimal functions that will not do the job but has sentimental value. However, the same person may find they have other machines in need of repair and eventually they find what they need.

If time is limited, write down what must be done every day in terms of going to a job or household obligations. Then note hours of rest or when recreational activities are taking place. This is usually the time when people are likely to drop on by but this may have to put on pause for a while.

The same applies to kitchen accessories and supplies, hardware tools, and other items that tend to take up space but may have some sentiment attached. Most people find that separating these items and placing in separate storage is the best solution. Since every situation is different, it may be wise to assess space and what a person can afford so that these items are not lost or destroyed.

Keeping a clean home or office is essential to good communication when people stop by for a visit. They should not have to wonder if a creature is going to pop out from nowhere or if they should keep their hat and jacket on upon entering. Making an environment inviting can actually improve the social standing by allowing others to see a person is a positive light.




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