Mental clutter

Ah, the brain dump. A mind-clearing tool popularized by David Allen’s Getting Things Done. Writing down your thoughts in this manner should close “open loops” in your mind. In theory, it should be a…

Many people struggle with decluttering their homes, holding onto items that are no longer useful. This behavior, known as hoarding, can lead to cluttered living spaces and mental stress. However, understanding when to let go of possessions is crucial for creating a more organized and functional living environment. To help individuals determine when it's time to part ways with an item, experts provide several decluttering tips. First, consider whether the item still serves a purpose. If it…

Don't let mental clutter get in the way of a productive day. Here’s how to conquer overwhelm with a 10-minute brain dump method.

It surprised me since I’m not generally a hateful person. Especially not towards inanimate objects —but somehow I felt these negative emotions towards my productivity journal where I track my tasks…

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Clutter can add to our mental and emotional stress. Learn more about how clutter and mental health are connected and what you can do to manage it more effectively.

When there's lot of stuff in our surroundings, it can make our minds feel jumbled and overwhelmed. Clearing up our physical space helps us feel more organized, focused and mentally clear because there's less distracting stuff around us. So, by tidying up our physical space, we can often find that our thoughts become clearer too. #physical #clutter #mental #clarity #clear #thoughts #declutter #mind #organised #ideas #positive #control #therapeutic #meditative

How often do you wake up and start thinking about the not-so-positive events that happened over the past week?

Clutter is NOT just physical! 🧠 We often think of clutter as something tangible, like piles of washing or a messy desk - but mental clutter is just as real, less frequently discussed, and often more overwhelming. What is mental clutter? 🤔 Mental clutter is the accumulation of unnecessary, unhelpful, or distracting thoughts that drain your mental energy. It can include: 🌀 Overanalysing and overthinking 🌀 Worrying about things you can’t control 🌀 Feeling overwhelmed by a long to-do list…

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Learn about the complex and seemingly shared causes of clutter in ADHD and hoarding disorder, from executive dysfunction and emotional dysregulation to decluttering avoidance.

A new study from Boston University reveals how mental clutter interferes with our working memory as we get older.