![]() ![]() And “hot dog” and “hamburger” style have always been successful folding techniques (shoutout to our kindergarten days). But rather than focusing on the pockets of the sheet, you'll focus on the linens' corners. For a larger sheet, fold it into thirds a first time, and then again a second time to create a square.įor your other linens (think: pillowcases, flat sheets, and comforters), use a similar method to the above. For a smaller sheet (like a twin), fold the sheet in halves lengthwise. ![]() Whereas cleaning up your space can help you focus.įinally, put the sheet on a flat surface. This makes it harder to complete jobs quickly and concentrate. A study by Princeton University found that a person’s visual cortex (the part of the brain that “receives, integrates, and processes” info from the retinas) can be overwhelmed by things not related to the specific task that needs to be completed…like clutter. But the study found that the act of tidying up the home can also keep you physically active.īoost concentration. Many people think of physical activity as something you do outside rather than inside (think: running). A study from Indiana University found that people who live in clean homes are more likely to be healthier compared to those in cluttered homes. When studied, women who described their home as cluttered or in some way unfinished showed increased depressed moods over the course of the day compared to women who described their homes as restful or tidy. The way you describe your home - whether that’s “put together” or “a total mess” - can reflect whether your time there feels restorative or stressful. Repetitive actions like cleaning can help you gain a sense of control in times of high stress.ĭecrease depressive symptoms. Studies show that being surrounded by clutter can lead to feelings of stress and depression. How is bedroom organization beneficial?Ĭleaning up your bedroom has more benefits than just finally being able to find that long-lost pair of pants. So here are some bedroom organization tips to help you finally get your sheet together. And trying to get that one fitted sheet folded properly can be irritating (we crumble it up into a ball sometimes too, it's OK). Your bedroom is one of the best places to do that - but it can be hard to relax when your space isn’t organized. When it feels like you’re on the move 24/7, it’s important to take a step back and let yourself rest. ![]()
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