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16 Objects in the House That Make You Unhappy

Get rid of them ASAP.

By Julie BadweatherPublished 2 years ago 6 min read
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16 Objects in the House That Make You Unhappy
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When you enter a room, you have to pay attention to what feelings that environment arouses in you. Does it make you feel happy? Or does it make you feel insecure and suddenly sad?

The decor of the home is extremely important for the happiness of the family, and experts warn us that there are certain things in our home that could make us uncomfortable.

From the TV to the old children's toys, these household objects that make you unhappy distract you from the things that matter in life.

Moreover, they give you a feeling of suffocation and disorder and for this reason, you no longer feel at ease in your own home. Are you curious what the other objects are?

Family heirlooms and gifts

Maybe your grandmother had good intentions when she left you that set of crystal glasses, but that doesn't mean you have to keep it.

Most of the time, we keep in the house gifts from our loved ones that we don't like and that we can't get rid of because we feel bad.

These are the things that pull us down emotionally. These objects should be replaced by the things we love and that make us happy.

Your children's stuff

This category includes not only those toys scattered on the floor, but also the clothes, toy collections, accessories, and drawings of your children.

All this makes you anxious because it is difficult to keep an organized space when there are too many things in one room. You feel like you're losing control, and that makes you unhappy in your own home.

Books you don't like anymore

Books can give us a wide range of feelings, as they are a gateway to other worlds. It helps us to live certain feelings with our favorite character and to imagine all kinds of scenarios.

It is normal to keep the books that were an important step in your life. However, when a book offers you only unpleasant memories, it is better to get rid of them.

TV

If you have a habit of turning on the TV as soon as you get home, you should know that this is why you feel unhappy. Excessive noise can increase stress levels.

It would be better to spend the rest of the day quietly, reading, or doing yoga.

Your favorite toy

You will never give up the doll or teddy bear you slept with when you were little. However, you can throw away the other, less important things from your childhood without any regrets.

Sometimes, these things can keep you connected to your past and childhood, so you can't see the positive aspects of life.

The mirror

This piece of decor is not exactly the best choice when it comes to housing. It seems that people who often look in the mirror are more stressed and have a bad opinion about the way they look.

The mirror should only exist in the bathroom, not in the other rooms in the house.

Collections that no longer bring you joy

A collection that once made you feel happy can now make you feel uncomfortable. This collection can be associated with memories or with a certain person and for this reason, you can no longer part with it.

To go further, it is better to give up collections that are no longer a topic of interest to you.

The messy bed

If you skip bedtime in the morning, find out that this can negatively affect your life. The organization is the key to a successful day.

So, if you start your day by arranging your bed, you are more likely to be productive. The cushioned bed also helps you sleep better.

Some accessories you haven't used

This category includes stocks of materials or objects with which you once wanted to "feed" your hobbies. The more we keep them in the house, the more we feel that we are good in that field and we fail to move forward.

They also make us feel guilty and stressed that we have not been able to use them anymore.

Heavy curtains

The heavy, dark-colored curtains darken your home and are full of dust. The heavier the furniture and objects in your home, the more stressful the atmosphere in the home. Light and airy curtains are a much better alternative.

Wrong colors

Colors have a proven psychological effect on how we feel. We know that red, orange, and bright colors are active shades, and those that stimulate us (blue and green) relax us, while gray and beige are neutral and do not cause us any feelings.

However, in addition to these things, you must also take into account your personal preferences in decorating your home. If you like red, for example, do not hesitate to use it in decorating your home.

Broken things

Every time you open the closet, you come across that broken cup that your boyfriend gave you for your birthday. Even if you don't think it can be repaired, you just can't let go of your heart. We always have the impression that we don't have enough and we attach ourselves to objects.

However, this mentality only keeps us trapped in memories and the past. The separation of such objects is like the separation of memories. We can't move on if we can't leave the past behind.

Newspapers or old papers

Sometimes these sheets of paper can be memories of our past. Whether it's newspapers, papers written by us, or letters, it's extremely difficult for us to break away from them, because they represent moments or people.

However, they can cause us anxiety and sadness, but they can also make us feel overwhelmed.

Open or glass cabinets

An extra shelf for storing plates and spices is useful, but you shouldn't overdo it. Those who store everything in plain sight and do not get rid of the things they no longer need often feel more stressed and anxious.

Decorative table trays

When used correctly, these storage items are extremely efficient. These are places where we leave our cups or glasses dirty.

You may be wondering why you shouldn't have them in the house. Well, that's exactly why! Most of the time, they end up being a place full of debris and dirty dishes, which brings a lot of negative energy into your home.

Cups

Every cup has a certain meaning in our life. However, when they come together, it's time to dump her and move on.

Especially when most of them are received for free at promotions, you get the impression that you are giving up something even more valuable. Excessive things do nothing but make you unhappy. Give them up!

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