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Can Custom Closets Help You Handle Stress?

Anthony Cuomo • November 24, 2014

Did you know that April is Stress Awareness Month? Even when it’s not April, it’s important to be aware of the stressors in our lives, and to take steps to keep stress under control. While any time of the day can be stressful, two major stress-inducing times tend to be during the morning rush and that hour before dinner. Having excellent home organization can go a long way in easing the pressure that you feel during these times. Here are some tips for getting through the morning madness and what some call the “witching hour,” which is the hour before dinner:

Start your morning routine before you go to bed
Do things like getting your outfit prepared for the next day before retiring the evening before. Is everything laundered? Can you find it in your closet? Does anything need to be mended or ironed? What about hosiery and accessories: Do you know where they are? Get everything together in one place, and do this for each member of your family. If you have custom closets installed, this makes things easier, as your closets will be in well-organized condition already. Set out breakfast foods if you have children, as this will reduce arguments over what there is to eat. Also, check their backpacks and have any forms signed and ready to be returned before going to bed.

Set up systems so that the whole family can keep themselves on track
Chore charts, checklists and posted reminders will do a lot more for your stress level than verbal reminders, which can be construed as nagging. Particularly with children, if it’s in writing, it carries more weight than if mom is shouting it down the hall. This can help with both of the hectic times during the day: In the morning, lists can keep kids on track as far as getting their teeth brushed, hair combed and shoes on, as well as any morning chores that they might have, like making their beds and loading the dishwasher. In the afternoon, a checklist can help them get through their homework efficiently and complete their before-bed routine.

Get your pantry and meal-planning system under control
One of the more frustrating parts of getting dinner together after a long day at work is disorganization caused by a lack of planning. Ask your custom closet professional about having a custom pantry installed. This type of organization system can streamline your cooking processes, allowing you to spend less time in the kitchen. Also, having a plan as to what you’ll serve on which days can go far in eliminating the “what’s for dinner” blues.

Make this your week, month or year to reduce the stress in your home and in your life. Contact your custom closet company to find out how having a home organization system in place can make you feel more peaceful, calm and collected.

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