The Stuff You Forgot You Had – Spring Cleaning Surprises & Why Self Storage Saves the Day

We have all experienced this scenario: opening a closet to conduct a spring cleaning only to be hit in the face by a box labeled "misc – 2018." What lies within it?: a jumbled mass of phone chargers, an enigmatic key, three wigs from Halloween, and the singular shoe you swore you'd never see again after you tossed it into the clutter pile.

• If your life ever looks this way, clutter-wise, it may be an indication you need to evaluate your stuff, your space, and the systems that govern them.

Spring cleaning season is upon us—the one time of year we voluntarily dig up the odd, the nostalgic, and the "what-was-I-thinking-when-I-saved-this?" parts of our lives. But before you decide to toss it all or shove it back into the depths of your attic, let's chat about a better alternative: self storage.

Your Second Chance for Stuff You’re Not Ready to Ditch

Perhaps that key is for something significant (or maybe not). Perhaps those wigs would create a fantastic group getup for next Halloween. The point is—you don't need to make a decision today. That's where SpareBox Storage comes in.

Having a clean, secure, and climate-controlled storage unit means you have a place to keep your "maybes" without letting your home become a clutter trap. It's a way to press pause on your items and not fast-forward them to the trash can.

Self Storage = Sanity

You don’t have to toss it all in the spring. Space is what spring cleaning is all about, both in our physical surroundings and in our minds. When we associate clutter with the place we call home, it can lead to a lot of negative feelings. That’s especially true during times when we are trying to be productive or are going through transitions (which, for most people, these periods are in spring and fall). So, here are some ways to create space in your home both physically and mentally.

Keep your nostalgic treasures, out-of-season clothing, and cherished decorations in storage, Shakespeare's way.

Empty your garage of clutter but keep your equipment.

Maintain your residence's cleanliness and order, even if you feel a strong emotional tie to the yearbooks from your high school days.

Let's be real: rediscovering the items you own will likely result in finding some things that spark joy and others that spark confusion. You will need a place to put those rediscovered items while you discern which are keepers and which should be released.

Wrap-Up: Clean House, Clear Mind

This spring, instead of cramming more into your wardrobes or disposing of items you're not quite ready to give up, take back your space with a little assistance from SpareBox Storage. Your future self (and your future wardrobes) will be ever so grateful.

Who knows? That box from 2018 might be filled with treasures next spring—or at least coordinating footwear.