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Zara Michaels

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Clutter increases stress

"Cleanliness is next to godliness," theologian John Wesley said in a sermon.

When we see clutter, we can't think of anything else until it is dealt with. This feeling has intensified as more people have had to live and work at home. Researchers confirmed that disorganized or cluttered workspaces seem to increase stress and anxiety.

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Why pandemic stress breeds clutter—and how to break the cycle

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Five Ways to Optimize Your Workspace for Productivity

Few things affect our productivity as much as what we surround ourselves with. Yet most of us rarely take the time to step back and really analyze our working environment. Instead, we take a 'set it and forget it' approach to where we work.

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Reduce the stress of clutter

Apply constraints and stick to them: to tabs open in your browser, notebooks, magazines etc.
Use small storage spaces: Less room means less room for c...

Find places that inspire you

You might not be in a position to choose your workspace, but there are quick fixes: look for a spot with natural light from a window or skylight, take a walk outside when you feel stuck, or simply explore a new location.

A new environment can quite literally lead to new ideas.

Task association

It's when your brain knows that when you’re in a certain place, you’re taking a certain action.

Take advantage of the way different locations affect you. Our brains love habits, and if we can associate certain qualities with different places, it can help us get into a better working flow.

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Tim Bouma

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5 Simple Rules to Achieve Deep, Focused Work

Many employees and entrepreneurs want to boost their focus and discipline so they can get more done in less time. But what I’ve noticed is that people rarely lack focus or discipline; they lack…

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Deepfocus Takeaways

Distractions are the biggest threat to doing deep, focused work. When working, avoid switching between tasks, checking emails, or checking your phone. If you can’t address something immediatel...

Jenna Sanderson

@jenna94

The Difference Between Worry, Stress and Anxiety

They're not all the same, but we do have tips to help you deal with all of them. You probably experience worry, stress or anxiety at least once on any given day. Nearly 40 million people in the U.S. suffer from an anxiety disorder, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.

nytimes.com

Worry

Worry is the cognitive part of anxiety, with it's repetitive and obsessive thought patterns in our mind. Worry is sometimes essential for us to solve problems or take action, provided we are not st...

Stress

Stress is a biological response(or a reaction) to external changes and forces beyond one's resources. Signs of stress include a rapid heart rate, shallow breath, and an adrenaline rush.

Acute stress or temporary stress is normal and even beneficial. Chronic stress is linked to health concerns like heart disease and a weakened immune system.

Ways to Handle Stress:

Exercise daily.
Focus your energy on what you can control.
Know that your stress response is unique to you.

Anxiety

Anxiety is the culmination of worry and stress. It is a state of body and mind which is stressed and worried for no apparent reason, like a response to a false alarm.

An anxiety disorder is an acute form of anxiety and a serious medical condition.

How to Handle Anxiety:

Curb your sugar, alcohol and caffeine consumption.
Calm yourself by deep breathing and refocusing on your body parts.
Distract yourself by listening to music or a little exercise.

Stress, worry and anxiety can be helped by regular exercise, a nutritious diet and an ample amount of sleep.

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