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08/01/2015
The research, conducted by storage provider Big Yellow Self Storage, found half of the 2,000 cohabiting couples surveyed would regularly argue because their house is 'overcrowded' with items. On average, they will have 32 fights a year.
Within the first year of a couple living together, the study found that the disagreements will actually result in people throwing away £240 worth of possessions that they would actually rather keep. However, for one in eight, they go as far as to "accidentally" break one of their partner's valued possessions – just so they can then throw it out. For one in 10 couples, the issue of clutter was so serious, that they ended up living separately.
Elsewhere, two fifths of respondents said they argue with their partner having "too much stuff", while 44% have disposed of items they wanted to keep, with clothes (42%), furniture (36%) and books (33%) among the items.
Interestingly, while those living in London are more likely to argue about a lack of space in the home (one in 10), those in Newcastle are more likely to 'accidentally' break something belonging to their partner (25%).
There is also a difference when it comes to the items men and women are forced to throw out. For men, it tends to be sports equipment, games consoles and wide screen TVs facing the chop; while women let more sentimental items go, such as cuddly toys, gifts from former partners, photos and old birthday cards.
Anjula Mutanda, psychologist, is quoted in the Daily Mail as saying: "Moving from 'my own space' to 'our shared space' can be thrilling, but this big step can also cause emotional stress.
"This is because your home is your sanctuary and reflects who you are, so inviting someone to live with you can feel a bit like being invaded by someone else's belongings.
"This can result in subconscious 'space guarding' where you use your possessions to mark out your territory and any perceived violation of this by your partner could cause tensions."
She continued: "The key to a harmonious relationship is to work as a team. Communicate by discussing practicalities out in the open, negotiate what stays and what goes and be willing to compromise.
"Deciding together how to create an equal and shared space will help to ensure that living together is an enjoyable and positive experience."
(JP)
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Clutter Causes Couples To Argue
Couples in Britain will have 32 arguments a year – over clutter, a new study has revealed.The research, conducted by storage provider Big Yellow Self Storage, found half of the 2,000 cohabiting couples surveyed would regularly argue because their house is 'overcrowded' with items. On average, they will have 32 fights a year.
Within the first year of a couple living together, the study found that the disagreements will actually result in people throwing away £240 worth of possessions that they would actually rather keep. However, for one in eight, they go as far as to "accidentally" break one of their partner's valued possessions – just so they can then throw it out. For one in 10 couples, the issue of clutter was so serious, that they ended up living separately.
Elsewhere, two fifths of respondents said they argue with their partner having "too much stuff", while 44% have disposed of items they wanted to keep, with clothes (42%), furniture (36%) and books (33%) among the items.
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Interestingly, while those living in London are more likely to argue about a lack of space in the home (one in 10), those in Newcastle are more likely to 'accidentally' break something belonging to their partner (25%).
There is also a difference when it comes to the items men and women are forced to throw out. For men, it tends to be sports equipment, games consoles and wide screen TVs facing the chop; while women let more sentimental items go, such as cuddly toys, gifts from former partners, photos and old birthday cards.
Anjula Mutanda, psychologist, is quoted in the Daily Mail as saying: "Moving from 'my own space' to 'our shared space' can be thrilling, but this big step can also cause emotional stress.
"This is because your home is your sanctuary and reflects who you are, so inviting someone to live with you can feel a bit like being invaded by someone else's belongings.
"This can result in subconscious 'space guarding' where you use your possessions to mark out your territory and any perceived violation of this by your partner could cause tensions."
She continued: "The key to a harmonious relationship is to work as a team. Communicate by discussing practicalities out in the open, negotiate what stays and what goes and be willing to compromise.
"Deciding together how to create an equal and shared space will help to ensure that living together is an enjoyable and positive experience."
(JP)
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