BENEFITS OF OVERCOMING HOARDING
There are many benefits to clearing excess belongings out of your life. This list is far from definitive but should provide a good start to build a list of your personal reasons why giving up hoarding will lead to a better life.
- many risks (fire, earthquake, falls, infestations) will be lower
- anxiety and depression will be less
- social and family relations will improve
- self-esteem will be much better
- more comfortable and functional, better-looking home or office
- better health will result from improved sanitation and home cooking
- interactions with landlords and neighbors will improve
- prospects for a stable life will be much better
- more time because it will be easier to find things and you will be able to get things done more easily
- likelihood of legal problems will be reduced
- enhanced creativity because your space will support your aspirations
Add benefits you perceive below (please share your ideas with others):
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