Covid-19 has us all stuck at home right now and for many of us that leads to cabin fever. If spending more time than normal in your home has got you down we have a great suggestion that will help you beat your boredom and accomplish a goal that will provide benefits long after we stop self isolating. Keep reading to learn more about how a powerful home inventory system like Stockpile can make a difference during this difficult time.
Calm the Chaos
There is a lot of chaos in the world right now and that can be hard to deal with. When there is so much beyond your control, one of the best coping mechanisms can be to take charge of the things you can control. Organizing your home is a great way to tame your personal chaos and create a stress-free environment. Even though you have more time than normal at home, our pro tip is to start small. Choose one room or area to focus on at a time. Remember, this isn't supposed to be an overwhelming task. Breaking it down into smaller chunks will allow to get the maximum benefit without creating undue stress in the process. For room specific tips check out the links below.
Declutter First
Once you've selected a starting point you'll want to declutter first. Go through the room and get rid of anything that you don't need or want. If it no longer works or doesn't fit, get rid of it. This isn't the time to play the "if it doesn't bring me joy" game however. Keep in mind that your current mood heavily influences an item's ability to bring you joy. Getting rid of items you later miss and need to replace will definitely not bring you joy so be careful as you go through your rooms. Don't get so caught up in decluttering that you clear out items you want or need.
Organize Like a Pro
There are tons of blogs out there with organizing tips. We even have a few of our own. The main goal here is to create your own oasis. Removing clutter from your home and organizing your belongings can create a calming environment that helps you relax. When you can easily find what you're looking for whenever you need it you'll be less stressed. Thanks to areas and locations that's easy. You can pinpoint exactly where items are stored so you always know right where to look, even if something is stored out of sight in a bin, basket, or cabinet.
Bulking Up
With stores struggling to overcome shortages, many shoppers are stockpiling items. If you're currently buying more than normal you may be struggling to find places to store everything. That can make it even more difficult to keep track of expiration dates and remember how much of everything you have on hand. Stockpile can help. In fact, entering your latest shopping trip into Stockpile can be a great first step to using our system. Stockpile is fully customizable so you can include expiration dates right in your item record. You won't have to dig through the pantry to realize that you need to eat those Pop Tarts sooner rather than later. You'll be able to see it in Stockpile. If you need more bulk buying Stockpile tips click this link.
Use Your Time Wisely
Everyone likes to save time and money and Stockpile can help you do both. Knowing what you have and where to find it allows you to be more efficient and avoid multiple trips to the store for forgotten items or unnecessary returns. If you track purchase prices in Stockpile you'll also be able to see what you paid the last time you bought something so you know whether or not the current sales price is a good deal. Because Stockpile is mobile compatible you can access this info while you're in the store. Just a few clicks and you can view your inventory as long as you have internet access.
Using the extra time you have at home to implement Stockpile is an investment that will pay dividends long after this crisis has passed. We know these are trying times, but we can get through this together. Don't let cabin fever get you down. Start using Stockpile now!
