It seems inevitable. Little paper piles creep up out of nowhere in the hustle and bustle of a home. This can be especially true during busier holidays and transitioning from one season to the next. It ...

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Even the most organized homes fall victim to it. Here’s what causes clutter creep, why it impacts your mental health, and how to fix it—fast.

It starts with a Post-it note scrawled with a reminder. Then a chocolate bar you'll probably eat later. An extra charging cord or two find their way into the mix, along with a laptop, a folder full of ...