6. You have too many belongings
Another reason you have a messy home is the fact that you have too much stuff. Unless you’re blessed with a lot of storage space, chances are that you will have a hard time putting everything in order.
If everything in your home is bursting with things and you can get another item in there, you’re more likely to find alternative ways to store your items. For instance, if your closet is full of clothing and fitting another thing in there is a struggle, you might be better off putting it on the back of a chair or folding it somewhere.
You might not like this tip, but if you no longer want to live in a messy home, it might be time to think about letting go of any unwanted things and making the best of what you have.
I guarantee that when you start decluttering your home, you’re more likely to find things you didn’t even know you owned anymore. And if you’ve forgotten about them, do you really need them?
8 Responses
You helped me today. Reading this was me. I use to be a neat freak, The older I got , I got very sloppy and lazy. I will start over and take my time. I will read this again, and start with each room. Time to empty it. Cleanest room in the house is my Bathroom ! Take a pitcher of each and get to work ! Time your self.
I need help. My house is always messy.
Please explain the causes of “laziness”.
It’s not simple
Keep going…
Not relevant
Good article. A tornado comes into my house often.
Easy!
1. After you use an item, put it away.
2. When you come into your home, hang up your jacket immediately instead of throwing ii on the table or couch
3. Your toddlers don’t need 50 tons of play things
4. Start teaching your children at age 2 to put their toys in the toy box.
5. If your partner doesn’t put their things away, throw in out the front door.
This was great, I agree with this as a mom of 4 💯, thanks.