The psychology of clutter: How self-storage can improve mental well-being

There’s a growing body of research indicating the clear and distinct connection between physical clutter and mental health. The amount of clutter in our storage space can have a dramatic effect on our mental health and psychological well-being.

As times move forward and technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, clutter has also crept into our lives, from piles of documents to stuffed closets to gadgets and ‘objects’ lying about. This may be an acceptable way to live for some people and we’re certainly not here to judge – but have you ever thought about the way clutter can affect your mental health?

Self-storage can go a long way to keep your mental health in check

From cognitive distress as well as anxiety and stress to emotional attachment, productivity issues and procrastination – the effects of clutter in your living or working space can have a very negative impact on your mental health and well-being.

So, what do you do when you’re stuck in a rut with all that clutter and don’t know where to tuck your stuff away in a neat and organised manner?

Enter self-storage container units.

Self-storage units are continuing to rise in popularity, not only across nearly every part of the UK but also around the world. Self-storage units made out of shipping containers now offer an excellent way to create an organised, neat and tidy living space. You can use them not only to keep things you don’t need for the time being but also as a living/working space.

Just think about the reduction in cognitive overload and visual distractions that you can achieve by living and working out of spaces that give you mental clarity, tranquillity, and a sense of calmness – all that simply due to having a neat and well-organised space.

Here are more ways in which self-storage units can improve your mental wellbeing:

Promote stress reduction

Organising and decluttering your personal belongings through self-storage can work as a powerful stress-reduction tool. As we tuck away seasonal belongings, for example, which are no longer needed, we effectively free ourselves from the worry and burden of constant decision-making: “Where should I put this?”, “Where should I put that?” or “How do I make more space for my new entertainment setup?”

So, it’s a great way to reduce decision-making fatigue.

Furthermore, if you’re moving or downsizing, self-storage units can alleviate some of the emotional strain as you can quickly put away and retrieve your things at the appropriate time.

Better empowerment and a sense of control

Decluttering your spaces fosters a sense of empowerment and control. This feeling can even extend beyond the physical realm and improve other aspects of your life, thus allowing you to make better choices in terms of improving mental well-being.

Cultivates a sense of calmness

Our physical environment can dramatically influence our emotional well-being. When you have a self-storage unit to clear out unnecessary items and organise the remaining ones properly, you can create a calm and restful living space which can positively impact your mental state.

Woodpecker offers self-storage units in all sizes which can relieve you from the emotional baggage that you have at home. Declutter now: 0808 281 3333.