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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]+1 million to the PP who recommended decluttering.

YOU WILL FEEL SO MUCH BETTER.  Plus it will be easier to tidy up.[/quote]

So agree! I think you are in a vicious cycle OP. Your depression is causing your house to become messy and then the clutter is spiraling your depression. I know my mood is definitely affected by my environment and I feel overwhelmed when things are in disarray. In fact, I read the emotional connection between clutter and stress especially hits moms hard.

Deep breaths! Your kids are more independent than when they were toddlers and you should have some more time to focus on creating a home environment that works for all of you.

If you can’t regularly outsource cleaning, how about a one time spring deep clean. Also, splurge on some nice storage/organizers and take a day or two off work to purge/organize while the house is quiet. Ideally, DH should be in on this with you.

And of course, seek treatment for your underlying depression. You may need meds to help get you out of this funk![/quote]

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