Been doing a deep dive into minimalism lately, and it’s hitting me that it’s not just about aesthetics. I’m starting to see a real connection to teh psychology of visual stress. We’re constantly bombarded with information and visual stimulation in our environment, from cluttered homes to overloaded websites. Could active minimalism be a way to consciously reduce this overload and actually improve our mental wellbeing?
It truly seems like simplifying our surroundings, even in small ways, can offer a sense of calm. For example, I recently cleared off my desk, removing everything but my computer, keyboard, and a small plant. It’s amazing how much less anxious I feel when I sit down to work. It’s made me wonder if visual clutter actually contributes to stress and decreased focus more then we realize.
Has anyone else explored this connection between minimalism and reduced visual stress? I’m curious to here if others have found similar benefits from decluttering and simplifying their visual environment, and if ther are any studies or resources about this that people could recommend.Maybe actively creating minimalist spaces acts as a form of visual therapy, helping us to manage the overwhelming visual noise of modern life.