Health Benefits of a Clean and Organized Home

The state of our home has a significant effect on the way we feel. When our living space is a mess, that usually indicates that we are not completely satisfied with our state of mind. Addressing such issues will significantly improve the quality of life and help us get rid of many bad habits. By optimizing the space and decluttering, we can enjoy many health benefits of a clean and organized home. We will get sick less, have more focus, be more productive, and be motivated to work on our well-being and personal improvement.

Decluttering = De-stressing

Our homes are often full of things we don't use or need. Usually, those items are memorabilia of some moment from the past. Such memories perhaps linger in our minds, and the objects associated with them clutter our living space. Getting rid of these things is not easy for most people. However, only after we realize that less is more will we begin to enjoy our life. 

Now, imagine how much time you waste searching for something in a cluttered and messy space. Not to mention all those times you don't find what you're looking for, but you know it's there, somewhere in the house! Believe it or not, research shows that we lose 2 hours a week on such activities. Two hours a week makes 8 hours a month. Eight hours a month is 96 hours a year! That means four days of our lives a year could be spared with a little bit of planning and space maintenance. Home decluttering is the first step in the right direction when it comes to cleaning out the junk and bettering our lives.

A clean  home prevents asthma and allergies

Keeping the home clean is one of the basic steps to take if you or your family members have asthma or allergy problems. Every household has hundreds of triggers for these conditions. Most common are animal hair, dust mites, pollen, mold, and mildew. Washing sheets and bedding often and thoroughly cleaning all surfaces in the house can help you maintain a safe environment and keep the symptoms under control. When it comes to fighting asthma, it's also essential to air the rooms as often as possible and perhaps even introduce air humidifiers to your home.

You will get sick less

Viruses and germs reside on many surfaces, sometimes even sticking around for hours. Whether it comes to furniture, personal possessions, or even floors, getting in touch with contaminated surfaces is often inevitable. Considering 80% of illnesses are contracted through direct skin contact, it's crucial to maintain our homes in spotless condition. The health benefits of a clean and organized home are many, but the fact that you will get sick less is perhaps the most important one.

A clean environment improves productivity

Our brain is the most powerful organizing machine. From sorting out our thoughts to planning seconds to years ahead, it's constantly working on conscious and subconscious levels. Moreover, everyone enjoys order and a spotless environment. With clutter and other chores off the list, you'll be able to focus more on the things that matter, whether it comes to work or creativity. A study from Wageningen University in the Netherlands shows that cleanliness also leads to higher work efficiency and satisfaction. It's easier to relax and achieve your full potential with better focus, less stress, and the elimination of different diseases in your space.

Everyday chores will help you stay active

Let's face it — not everyone is a fan of cleaning. For some, it's a relaxing and satisfying procedure, while others hate doing it. However, keeping the home clean is necessary since it will affect many aspects of your life, from personal hygiene to health and time organization. Therefore, to ease the burden of thorough cleaning, take some time off every day to do a few chores. No matter how busy you are, if you organize well, you can dedicate half an hour a day to improve your living space by cleaning, disinfecting, vacuuming, or dusting.

That way, you won't have to spend a lot of time on thorough cleaning. Doing a small but useful thing every day will help you develop a healthy routine as well.

Needless to say, cleaning is also a form of exercise. Thus, it's a great way to stay active and burn some calories, especially if you make it fun by putting some music on and letting your body lead you.

It will improve sleep

A healthy sleep schedule is vital for balancing mental and physical health. Our bodies and minds are very active during the day, and they regenerate and reset during the night. However, with too many things on our minds, it's impossible to sleep well. Stress is everyone's worst enemy, as it can inflict many negative consequences on our well-being. When you organize and tidy up your home, you will be pleased with your achievement. Going to bed with a feeling you've accomplished something, even if it's small, will help you relax.

It can kickstart healthy routines

There are many physical and mental health benefits of a clean and organized home. However, the best one is the correlation of such an environment with the improvement of our well-being. When the space around us makes us happy, productive, and focused, we can achieve great things. Maybe even kickstart some healthy habits and mindfulness. Keeping in mind that a positive mindset attracts positive results, we must set goals and plans in our lives. Bettering our living space will reflect on our motivation and desire for change. This will also create new opportunities and improve our quality of life.

Susan Thornton currently works with All Season Movers as a consultant. She is passionate about helping her clients get the services they need. In her free time, she likes using the experience she has gathered over the years to write articles related to home improvement, moving, and various other topics.