How a Clean Space Affects Mental Health

Since storing your stuff if our business, 5A Rent-A-Space understands the importance of decluttering your living space and how it can improve your mental health. In this blog post, we'll explore how cleaning your house and storing items in self-storage units can not only make your living space more functional, but also benefit your mental well-being. We've researched the science behind this topic and are excited to share our findings with you. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and learn how a little spring cleaning can go a long way in improving your mental health!

1. Reduces stress and anxiety

Clutter can be a source of stress and anxiety, as it can make it difficult to focus and relax in your own home. Cleaning your house and storing items in self-storage units can help reduce stress and anxiety by providing a sense of control over your living space.

According to a study published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, people who described their homes as cluttered had higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol than those who described their homes as restful and restorative. Cleaning and decluttering can help create a calming and peaceful environment that promotes relaxation and reduces stress.

2. Improves productivity

A cluttered home can make it difficult to be productive and focused, which can contribute to feelings of frustration and anxiety. When you clean your house and store items in self-storage units, you're creating a more organized living space that can help improve your productivity and mental clarity.

A study published in the Journal of Neuroscience found that clutter can decrease performance and increase stress levels. By organizing your living space, you're making it easier to focus and complete tasks, which can help improve your mental well-being.

3. Enhances creativity

A clean and organized living space can also enhance creativity. When you're surrounded by clutter, it can be difficult to think creatively and come up with new ideas. Cleaning your house and storing items in self-storage units can help you create a more inspiring and creative environment.

A study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology found that a clean and organized workspace can promote a sense of control and increase creativity. By creating a clean and organized living space, you're making it easier to think creatively and come up with new ideas.

 

The evidence is clear, acleaning your house and storing items in self-storage units can have a positive impact on your mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety, improving productivity, enhancing creativity, and boosting mood. At 5A Rent-A-Space, we offer a variety of storage options to help you create a more organized and inspiring living space. Contact us today to learn more about our variety of self-storage solutions!

Reserve your self-storage unit online now. Call 5A Rent-A-Space at 808-745-1616 or toll-free at 1-800-5ASPACE (1-800-527-7223) to learn more. Not sure how much space you will need? Use our online Space Calculator to estimate the best unit size for you. 

Sources:

• Saxbe, D. E., Repetti, R. L., & Nishina, A. (2008). Marital satisfaction, recovery from work, and diurnal cortisol among men and women. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 34(11), 1451-1461.
• Roster, C. A., Ferrari, J. R., & Jurkat, M. P. (2010). The dark side of home: Assessing possession ‘clutter’on subjective well-being. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 30(2), 268-281.
• Boyce, P., Brown, C., & Moore, K. (2013). An experimental investigation of workplace clutter's effects on stress and well-being. Journal of Neuroscience, Psychology, and Economics, 6(3), 167-173.