The 2-Minute Rule for a Clearer Mind

I've been practising a simple habit that has dramatically reduced my daily anxiety and mental clutter. I call it the "2-Minute Tidy."

The rule is simple: Whenever you leave a room, take two minutes to put one or two things back in their place.

It's not about a massive cleaning session. It's just:

Take your coffee cup to the kitchen.

Putting the throw blanket back on the couch.

Folding the clothes on your chair.

Returning a book to the shelf.

Doing this constantly throughout the day prevents clutter from ever piling up. More importantly, it keeps your physical space—and by extension, your mental space—feeling calm and ordered. You walk into a room and it feels peaceful, not chaotic.

It’s a small act of care for your future self that pays off every single day.

What's one small, almost effortless habit that has made your life noticeably better?