Clutter can affect our anxiety levels, sleep, and ability to focus. It can also make us less productive, triggering coping and avoidance strategies that make us more likely to snack on junk and watch TV shows (including ones about other people decluttering their lives).

Why does clutter give me anxiety?

Clutter makes it more difficult to relax, both physically and mentally. Clutter constantly signals to our brains that our work is never done. Clutter makes us anxious because we're never sure what it's going to take to get through to the bottom of the pile.

Can a messy house cause anxiety?

A cluttered home can cause anxiety and depression, but there are strategies to declutter. Our surroundings have a bigger influence on our mental health than we think. Imagine the difference between living in a messy, disorganised space and an orderly, well-organised one.