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The clutter-stress connection

Feeling stressed? Clutter might be the cause

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Jan 28, 2025
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🧠 The clutter-stress connection is real

Your brain’s not just seeing piles—it’s processing them. Every item is a “to-do,” and when there’s no visual rest, your mind never quite powers down.

Here’s what happens when clutter piles up:

  • Stress spikes: Your body sees mess as a threat (yep), which raises cortisol—the stress hormone tied to poor sleep and cranky…

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