Rearranging Furniture: Top 5 Mental Health Benefits

Ishita Mondal
4 min readNov 21, 2021

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When it comes to rearranging furniture inside of a home, it may sound overwhelming. You may feel stressed at the very thought of moving the large sofas; cleaning up the desks; and adding new variants to the interior. But, let me tell you that it will bring you the much-required peace of mind once it is done.

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Yes, it happens. Probably, your subconscious mind also knows it. But, as your mind currently thinks of the instant hardships, it refuses to listen to its twin sister, the subconscious one. However, if your mind is still in a state of negating the long-term psychological benefits of rearranging furniture at home, the article is for you. It will tell you how readjusting furniture helps to put your thoughts inside the right box and keep your mental health in good condition.

The benefits are mind-blowing. Read…

Makes Super Productive: Well, it does not mean just moving your table from one place to another can make you a pro at your work. But, yes it will help you focus on your goals and work for them more effectively and vigorously. Psychologists say, when you rearrange the furniture in your workspace, it increases your dopamine levels while reducing the cortisol level. Dopamine is responsible for releasing stress while the other one aims at increasing anxiety and stress.

Boosts up Creativity: Oh yes! This one is especially for those who are into creative fields. Whether you are a writer or a painter or a song composer- it is needless to say that rearranging furniture can elevate your creativity. Once you shift the belongings, you will get newly-discovered space to use it the way you want. You can consider adding a new flower vase or a creative wall-art that improves your imagination. Who knows you may start creating your masterpieces in that newly-arranged room!

Drives away Lethargy: Think about the last moment when you procrastinate! I am sure, you do not have to go too far. Whether you are a homemaker or a working professional; a busy father or a mother-cum-entrepreneur, lethargy often brings procrastination. It is ok to take a break from work. But definitely, it is not ok to leave tasks for tomorrow frequently.

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Shifting your furniture and decking up your room can drive away your lethargy. The moment you move things, your muscles flex. Being physically active helps you release fatigue so that you can get into your tasks again.

Adds Convenience: A home is a place where we seek comfort and convenience. However, after living in the same room for a long time, it may become monotonous. Even if the current arrangement does not support your present lifestyle, you do not get up and move the belongings as per your present needs.

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Once you complete the rearrangement of the furniture the way they can serve you better, you will feel satisfied. Living in that room will be more convenient for you. Also, you do not feel bored.

Helps to Adapt the Change: Seasons come and go. The environment at home changes. And people often feel stressed out or helpless whenever any change comes in front of them. Rearranging the furniture, according to the change in the surrounding, helps to cope up with it.

For example, when spring is about to enter your room, shift your bed near the window. The warmth of the morning sun will delight you after long winter days. Or, when you got a permanent work-from-home job, after working at the office for years, place your desk slightly away from your bed. Try it. You will feel less lethargic, be more productive, and can embrace the new change in life easily.

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The thought of stagnancy whether it is in life or the living space, makes us feel uncomfortable. We love to nurture, we love to grow. Moving your furniture immensely helps you to have a fresh feeling. Yes! That is a proven psychological fact. Even if all of the furniture pieces are the same, rearranging them refreshes the mind.

The Bottom line

If moving the big sofa is not your cup of tea, start with the small ones. Move the work desk or the small showcase that has been at the same corner in your room for years.

Also, it is best if you take help from any professional home improvement professional or an interior expert. Anyways, if hiring a professional is not convenient at the moment, do it yourself with gentle care, attention following the above-mentioned steps.

Enjoy a great living ahead rearranging furniture! Let me know in the comment box if it has helped you.

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Ishita Mondal

Interior design, Home Improvement & Real Estate Writer| Business Copywriter| Social Media Writer| Reader, Learner, Explorer|