LIGHTEN THE LOAD
By Guest Author, Molly Winters
It’s no secret that Brandie + Ryan don’t like clutter. But their passion for organizing is about SO much more than making things look good. (Though their impressive design skills are a nice perk!) As two busy career-crushing, hard-working mamas, they know how organization can impact a home — and family.
“Family means everything to us,” they both tend to say whenever the topic comes up. And while their lives are full, they always make family + home a priority.
“I’m never trying to make our house perfect,” Brandie says. “It’s not about that. It’s about making things feel good.”
And with May being Mental Health Awareness Month, it seems like she might be on to something.
Clutter Increases Stress
Studies have shown that clutter increases cortisol levels, which is one of our stress hormones. Bummer, huh? But really, it’s not surprising. The organizing industry is booming for a reason — we simply have too much stuff in our homes these days. And that’s understandable because everything we could possibly want is so readily accessible — now more than ever. But the Home+Sort sisters have a simple (even if it’s not easy!) solution for that. Shop for the home you have — not the home you wish you had! Shop Like You Mean It. Changing your habits might be tough if you’ve been overbuying for a while. That’s why an entire section of the Home + Sort Organizational Planner is all about Smart, Organized Shopping. In the planner, Ryan tells it to us straight. “We’ve all succumbed to over-buying, which leads to clutter. Over-buying can rob you of space in your home and money in your pocket. Taking inventory of what you use in your home allows you to let go of what you don’t need and prevents you from buying unnecessary items. Streamlining your shopping habits can be a freeing and wonderful process. ”But what if you’ve never kept a household inventory? How do you even get started? Grab the Erin Condren Home + Sort Organizational Planner, and it’ll be the closest thing to having Brandie + Ryan right there with you, digging through your pantry, laundry room, and cleaning supplies!
A house — or a home?
You’re not alone if you’ve ever been frustrated by the clutter around you. The feel of our living space can make or break whether we feel like we’re living in just a house, or a home.Your house might drain your energy and lead to stress and anxiety. But your home can be the space that lifts you up and supports you every. single. day. If you’re ready to feel amazing and love your space, it’s time to control your shopping habits and clutter once and for all. I’m about to get my copy of the Home+Sort Organization Planner — how about you?
Here’s to feeling good,
Molly
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MEET MOLLY
Former professional organizer turned professional copywriter, Molly Winters loves helping small business owners find and share their distinct voice. She offers done-for-you copywriting services for your websites, sales pages, and email sequences — as well as DIY budget-friendly writing support for your website, email marketing, blogs, and more. When she’s not writing, Molly’s often curled up reading with a cup of coffee or spending time with her husband and two kiddos in Bend, Oregon.
Sources:
Gill, Shira | Organized Living | Ten Speed Press
Le Beau Lucchesi, Emilie |The Unbearable Heaviness of Clutter | The New York Times