Spring is here, and with it comes the annual ritual of cleaning and organizing which more than half of Americans (55%) engage in, according to a survey of 2,000 Americans.
The act of cleaning and organizing goes beyond just freshening up a home. Eight in 10 Americans believe that spring organizing makes them feel more in control of their life.
TOP 5 REASONS SPRING ORGANIZING HELPS MENTAL WELL-BEING
- It boosts my mood - 54%
- It reduces stress - 49%
- It increases my focus - 48%
- It helps me organize my thoughts - 47%
- It helps my physical health - 45%
TOP 5 FEELINGS THAT ARISE AFTER SPRING CLEANING AND ORGANIZING
- Accomplished - 55%
- Motivated - 46%
- Energized - 42%
- Relieved - 36%
- Overwhelmed - 22%
TOP 7 ORGANIZATIONAL SOLUTIONS FOR THE HOME
- Closet organizers - 17%
- Baskets or bins - 16%
- Shelves - 14%
- No preference - 13%
- Labels or labeling systems - 12%
- Drawer dividers - 10%
- File folders or filing systems - 7%
source: SWNSDIGITAL
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