Well-being, which leads to the happiness of individuals, is a fundamental goal for society as a whole. However, there is no magic formula for happiness, sorry. In fact, according to a study published in Nature Human BehaviorHappiness researchers at the University of British Columbia claimed that for the most popular happiness strategies there is at best little, and in some cases none at all, scientifically sound evidence. We could say, however, that following a series of guidelines and advice can increase our well-being. Moving away from unhappiness is more about moving away from it.
One of the habits that help us on the path to well-being begins in our home, but its effectiveness extends beyond. We talk about the relationship between order at home and happiness. because yes, there is a connection between them.
Keeping your home in order, the simple habit that helps us to be happier
21% of people feel frustrated by having things at home without a specific place According to a report by IKEAalthough the degree of influence that the order exerts is different for each person depending on Patricia Magueta couples psychologist associated with the General Council of Psychology. However, if you tidy up your house you will also be tidying up your mind according to the study Homes with Psychology, carried out by the General Council of Psychology, the Psicofoundation and IKEA. It states that Greater order at home is linked to increased well-being and happinessand just cleaning up the kitchen every day, tidying up and making the beds is more than enough to achieve this.
And order is directly related to mental health. According to Dr. Danielle Roeske“When there is order and structure in our external environment, it can help us feel more capable of managing some of our internal emotional states and worlds,” she says. That is, our environment can act as a container for our emotional and psychic states, and This study found that clutter was linked to procrastination, feelings of overwhelm, and a lower quality of life.
Feeling in control of our environment can also boost our self-esteem and promote overall well-being, as a tidy home can create a more relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere. According to Catherine Roster, Clutter can diminish the sense of well-being, happiness, and security a person gets from being in their spaces. personal.
It also affects our productivity
Having the right order at home can reduce stress. In fact, a chaotic environment can generate a feeling of overload and it has been shown that people who live in chaotic and messy environments have a higher cortisol index, that is: more stress.
Productivity is also directly connected to a well-organized environment. If our office is organized, will improve concentration According to a study by the Princeton Neuroscience Institute, which states that Having too many elements in our visual field distracts the brain’s processing capacity. Clearing clutter allows the brain to focus on one item and task at a time, which increases our productivity. Additionally, a cluttered space can lead to stress, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and tension in relationships, According to Peggy LooPh.D., licensed psychologist and director of Manhattan Therapy Collective.
Keeping your home tidy doesn’t have to be a drama if you follow, for example, the two-minute rule or if you use the trick to clean the house quickly in an hour with the Power Hour method. You only need a few minutes a day to visually make your house tidier, have less stress and be happier. It’s as simple as that.
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