4 habits that keep your home consistently messy

Scattered papers

Mailboxes often fill up with various types of correspondence, most of which are advertisements or unwanted letters. Some people sort these papers right away, while others leave them scattered around the house, promising to deal with them later.

If you're inclined toward the latter approach, try to train yourself to gather all papers in one place. An even better solution is to place a trash bin near the spot where you typically discard advertisements and brochures. This will help you get rid of unwanted items more quickly and maintain order in your home.

Papers or books scattered everywhere that you are reading and want to keep handy create constant clutter (photo: Freepik.com)

Leaving clothes on the chair in the bedroom

After a long day, many people struggle to find the energy to neatly hang clothes on hangers or fold them into drawers. As a result, chairs or sofas in the room often become catch-alls for clothing.

To address this issue, consider getting a laundry basket with a lid. When guests arrive, you can quickly hide dirty clothes inside, and on regular days, keep the lid open so you can easily toss in items that need washing. This is especially convenient when you're too tired to lift the lid.

If you tend to leave clothes on a chair that you plan to wear again, place a few hangers nearby in the spots where you usually change. Having everything within reach makes it much easier to maintain order.

Throwing everything into the closet without sorting

This method is familiar to many: when you don’t know where to put things, you simply toss them into the closet. However, this habit not only fails to organize your space but also often makes it hard to find what you need.

Try setting up a storage system in your closet using organizers. Fill both the top and bottom shelves with these organizers. With this system, you won’t be able to just toss items onto a shelf; instead, you’ll need to place them in the appropriate compartments. This will help keep your closet organized and make it easier to locate items.

A pile of things in the closet or dresser is also clutter, even if it's not visible (photo: Freepik.com)

Buying items for which there is no space

If you notice that space is becoming increasingly scarce in your kitchen, living room, or bedroom, it might be time to reassess your shopping habits.

Try implementing a simple rule: every new item should replace an old one. For example, if you buy a new sweater, it’s time to let go of one of the ones you no longer wear and donate it. This habit will help prevent the accumulation of excess items and keep your space more organized.

By addressing minor but detrimental habits, you can significantly improve your home organization. It’s important to consistently monitor your actions and create convenient solutions that help you maintain cleanliness and order daily.

The following sources were used in preparing this article: Simplicity Habit, Bright Side, and Real Simple.