Whether you are working from home at the moment, or perhaps you’re beginning to transition back into the office, keeping your office tidy is important not only so that you can work productively, but also so that you can keep a calm state of mind.
Scientific research shows that clutter is stressful for the brain and can create tension and conflict. So if you’re finding things a little bit difficult, or perhaps you’ve been feeling down recently, why not spend some time creating a cleaner and neater workspace?
We’ve put together the top five scientific backed reasons why you should work on a clean desk.
1) Proven to reduce stress and depression
It’s no secret that a tidy room leads to a tidy mind. Apart from being a little cliche, we thought it was best to put together some scientific research why a clean office can boost your mood and even reduce stress and symptoms of depression.
In a study published in the ‘Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin’, women who described their homes as “cluttered” were shown to have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol and more symptoms of depression and fatigue compared with women who felt their homes were “restful” and “restorative.”
The science suggests that keeping your desk clean will not only help you to feel calmer as you will be more organised, but will also help reduce your stress levels. Why not invest in a Harmoni standing desk today so you can optimise your energy levels and also improve your mood?
2) Helps you to eat better
Did you know that a tidy room could help you to eat better?
According to scientific research, clutter is stressful for the brain, and so being surrounded by mess means that you are more likely to resort to coping mechanisms by choosing to eat comfort foods. A tidy desk will help you make healthier choices as you will feel less stressed.
Opt to spend time in a tidier environment so that you can fuel your body and improve your diet!
3) Improve relationships
Given that 57% of people admit that they judge their coworkers by how dirty they keep their workplaces, isn’t it about time you tidied up after yourself?
Keeping your office clean doesn’t require too much effort. Whether it’s tidying your home workspace, putting a nice picture in the background of your Zoom call, or cleaning up in the office with your colleagues, small but frequent efforts to keep your workspace clean will go a long way.
By creating organisation in your life, you will also improve your relationships with other people.
Create a calm state of mind and build steady friendships today starting with a clean workspace!
4) Improve productivity
Staying motivated whilst working from home can be challenging. But, the good news is that you can increase your productivity simply by keeping your office tidy!
Proven to increase workplace persistence by 84%, cleaning your office will help you to feel more energised and productive. By tidying your workspace, you can declutter your mind so that you are able to focus more easily.
5) Increase the quality of sleep
Along with improving mental stability, increasing focus and reducing stress, decluttering your office can also help to improve your sleep. Creating a clean office environment will allow you to feel calmer and find winding down easier before bed, leading to a stronger sleep routine.
Improving your quality of sleep is also crucial in increasing your productivity. Wake rested and feel refreshed for your day of work.
We hope you have enjoyed reading this article! If you have any questions or tips on why you think more people should clean their desk, please send us an email - katie@harmoni.design !
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‘How Cleaning and Organizing Can Improve Your Physical and Mental Health’ by Paige Fowler <https://www.shape.com/lifestyle/mind-and-body/how-cleaning-and-organizing-can-improve-your-physical-and-mental-health>
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‘Spring Clean Your Sleep Routine! 7 steps to a deeper slumber’ by Liz Oakley <https://www.moreyoga.co.uk/spring-clean-your-sleep-routine-7-steps-to-a-deeper-slumber/>
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