Decluttering Won’t Make You Happy
As someone who has always been drawn to the idea of decluttering, I can’t help but wonder if it’s really the solution to all my problems.
I mean, I’ve read all the books, watched all the YouTube videos, and even listened to podcasts about the “life-changing magic of tidying up.”
And yet, as much as I love the idea of a clean, organized home,
I’ve come to realize that decluttering won’t make me happy.
Here’s why.
Decluttering is not a one-time event.
You can’t just do it once and put it out of your mind. You must always be on guard if you want to keep your home clear of clutter. Make it a routine to frequently look through your possessions and get rid of whatever you don’t use or adore. You might not feel happy right now because this process can be time-consuming and occasionally difficult.
Decluttering can actually be quite overwhelming.
It might be overwhelming to sift through all of your belongings and choose what to retain and what to throw away if you have amassed a lot of stuff over the years. It can be challenging to know where to begin, and it’s simple to become mired in the particulars. This could make you feel anxious or even depressed, neither of which will make you happy.
Decluttering can be a source of guilt and shame.
If you’re someone who has a hard time letting go of things, you may feel guilty for getting rid of items that you once cherished. You may also feel ashamed for having accumulated so much stuff in the first place. These negative emotions can linger long after the decluttering process is over, and they’re not going to make you feel happy.
Finally, and perhaps most importantly,
Decluttering won’t make you happy
… because happiness is not something that can be achieved through external factors.
It’s true that having a tidy home can make you happy, but it won’t fundamentally alter your life or make you a happier person.
True contentment cannot be obtained by purging your possessions; it is something that comes from within.
So, what’s the solution?
Should we all just stop decluttering and embrace our cluttered lives?
Of course not.
There’s nothing wrong with wanting a clean and organized home, and decluttering can be a useful tool for achieving that. But we need to be realistic about our expectations.
Decluttering won’t magically make us happy, and it’s important to recognize that.
Instead, we need to focus on cultivating happiness from within.
This may mean practicing gratitude, spending time with loved ones, pursuing meaningful hobbies, or simply taking time to relax and unwind.
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