There’s more to it than just too much stuff.

“Don’t put things up just to fill a space.”

“ensure it makes you happy and makes sense in your space,” Rapinchuk says.

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Your fix:Move your must-have items from your fridge to inside a cupboard door.

“It’s important to keep surfaces clean and clear,” Rapinchuk says.

“This gives the home an overall feeling of calm.”

Your fix:Start with areallyclean slate, Rapinchuk says.

See how it feels and slowly add items back in until if feels just right."

But when guests have nowhere to sit, that can give off a bad impression.

But double-check you make time to deal with the doom pile and make it disappear.

Your fix:Look for smart ways to incorporate more storage into your space.

This provides a spot to stash your kids' toys so they’re accessible but hidden out of sight.