The Psychology of Shelf Organization: How Your Shelves Affect Your Mindset

There’s something oddly satisfying about a perfectly-organized room with no clutter to be seen. But it takes so much effort… not just getting your space tidied up, but then keeping it that way. Luckily, there are many organizational tools and decorative options that can help make this process easier and more fun.

But why get organized in the first place? Let’s take a look at some of the psychological benefits of a neat and organized space so you can see for yourself the impacts it can have on your physical and emotional well-being.

Organization isn’t just about decluttering a space. Mindful display and minimalism are also restful for your soul.

Organization & Its Impacts on Psychology

1. Decluttering Can Reduce Familial Stress

   Have you ever argued with your spouse or children about putting things away where they go? Or, maybe there’s no “home” for certain things so they end up everywhere. This can be avoided by a) designating a home for items that doesn’t change and b) putting things back right away after use.

   

2. You Might Find Lost Items

   As you declutter your space and put things in a permanent home, you’ll probably find things you thought were gone forever! These moments can be a serotonin boost that helps you get through your organizational task and keep things organized to avoid losing things in the future.

   

3. Decluttering Can Be Energizing

   Organization and decluttering tend to be slightly addictive—however, getting started is the hard part. Once you get the ball rolling and see the amazing impact that organizing has on your home (and your brain chemistry), you might just go on a rampage, organizing and decluttering your entire home!

4. The Act of Organizing Can Help You Feel Confident and Accomplished

   When we tackle seemingly-insurmountable tasks like decluttering and organizing spaces, the end result speaks for itself. There’s something satisfying about seeing neat little boxes with organized items in them. In fact, you’ve probably seen some videos and reels along these lines—they do well for a reason. Instead of watching someone else organize, use the psychology to your advantage in your own home!

   

5. Organization and Decluttering Can Reduce Anxiety

   If your space is contributing to your anxiety because it is disordered mayhem, the only logical solution is to solve the disorganization—immediately. It’s time to help your brain out; if you need some motivation, buying or developing a new storage solution with bins or shelves can help get you out of your rut.

   

How Shelves Can Bring Organization to Your Space

One of the best organizational tools are, you guessed it, shelves! Here at Shelfology, we live and breathe shelves, and we have everything you might need to get your space organized. From LED-lit shelves for your kitchen or office to heavy-duty utility brackets for organizing your basement or garage—we have everything. We also have great multi-tier bathroom options like our Verne Wall Shelves and our Leif Shelves.

Plus, all of our shelving is contractor-grade and ultra-heavy-duty to withstand anything you throw at them. So, take a peek, see what piques your interest, and get organized! Your brain will thank you!