Watch me clean my VERY dirty room in a day😅

Let’s talk mental health and bedrooms!!!

In most cases our bedrooms reflect our mental health and how we are managing it. If you’re stressed, depressed, anxious, etc. chances are your room reflects that. In my case, mine does. Some people will look at the before and wonder how I could let my room get so bad before getting control of it, and the reality is 9 times out of 10 it stems from a declining mental health. I just graduated meaning the last month of high school was filled with finals, senior activities, planning, college aps, and sooo much more. Aside from being a student, I also work 5 days a week at an animal rescue. 3 days a week are school in the morning and after noon and work in the evening, and homework at night, and the weekends are work in the early morning and going to ride my horse in the afternoon. Now with being an incoming college freshman in the fall I have decided to prioritize my mental wellbeing specifically when it comes to controlling the state of my room. (I strive to not be the intolerable roommate with a disgusting dorm😅..) But, let this be a sign to take control of things like this; prioritize doing things that make you feel better, in my case, having a clean room. #depressionroom #mental health 🫶🏻 #unfiltered #growthmindset #safespace #lemon8challenge

2024/5/28 Edited to

... Read moreIt's so easy to feel overwhelmed when your space gets out of control, especially when life throws a lot at you. I know exactly how it feels to have an extremely messy room where you can barely see the floor. For me, my very dirty room became a physical manifestation of my stress and anxiety during a really intense period. It started with just a few things on the cluttered bed, then quickly escalated to clothes and items scattered on the floor everywhere. It felt like I was drowning in my own stuff, and honestly, the thought of even starting to clean felt impossible. But here's the thing: acknowledging that your environment impacts your mental health is the first big step. Many people, myself included, find that a messy room mental health struggle is a real cycle. The mess makes you feel worse, and feeling worse makes you less likely to clean. Breaking that cycle requires kindness to yourself, not judgment. If you're looking at your own messy bedroom before cleaning and wondering where to even begin, here's what helped me. I started small. Instead of trying to tackle everything at once, I focused on one tiny area. Maybe it's just the bedside table, or picking up all the obvious trash in bedroom. Don't underestimate the power of a quick 15-minute tidy-up. Then, I moved onto larger areas like my cluttered bedroom floor. I found it really helpful to put on some music and just focus on one category at a time – all clothes first, then all papers, then all miscellaneous items. This way, the task felt less daunting. Seeing the transformation from a cluttered messy bedroom to a clean and organized space is incredibly motivating. When my clear floor finally emerged, and I could make my made bed, it was like a weight lifted off my shoulders. It wasn't just about the visual change; it was about reclaiming a sense of control and peace. My room, which was once a source of stress, is now truly a safe space for me. I even added some personal touches like my handmade quilts and posters on the walls to make it feel even more inviting. To maintain this newfound calm, I've tried to build small habits. Every evening, I spend 5-10 minutes putting things back where they belong. It's not about perfection, but about preventing that overwhelming mess from building up again. Remember, a clean space doesn't just look good; it actively supports a clearer mind and better well-being. You deserve a space that nurtures you, not one that adds to your stress. This journey is ongoing, but every step towards a clean room mental health win is worth it!

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Love when I see realistic spaces, it makes me feel more comfortable in my humble home 🥰