Save Yourself From Extreme Cluttering

By Christopher Wallace


For those who like to have friends and family over to their home, it is important to create an environment that is comfortable. While having a little disarray is common, there are boundaries that should not be broken. If guests always find themselves waking over objects or has to find a place to sit down, then it is safe to say that the home has become victim to extreme cluttering.

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.

While there is no one type of person cluttering happens to, it seems like the frugal or procrastinating types seem to be the most common victims. People who carefully watch their money often have a deep desire to keep things around for as long as possible. If something no longer works but can be repaired, they will do it as cheaply as possible.

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.

Often it is as simple as noting what is not needed around the house. This may be easier said than done for the person that has large piles of unused or overlooked items sitting in their home or office but breaking things down into categories is best. Another approach is to tackle the room with the most clutter or is the greatest eyesore.

Truthfully speaking, the time spent looking around could have been avoided if the other sewing machines were repaired or given away to someone in need. If a person sews as part of a job, it helps to have a second machine or serger as a backup. However, the hobbyist that is struggling for space must make a choice by choosing the one that will be the most functional.

That is unless they are willing to help without unnecessary chatting, as talking can be a distraction for some doing a particular task. There are times when people find themselves overwhelmed by clutter and do not know where to begin. Sometimes, a person who is organized and has patience can be part of a team that gives sound advice and can provide labor.

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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