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The Psychology Behind that messy drawer  of yours.

We all have one, a messy drawer where we shove things in to get them out of the way... So what is...

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13.47 3 Feb 2026


The Psychology Behind that messy drawer  of yours.


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13.47 3 Feb 2026


We all have one, a messy drawer where we shove things in to get them out of the way...

So what is the psychology behind a messy drawer?

Does everyone have one?

And should we be taking time to clear ours out and feel lighter as a result?

Andrea was joined by Professional Organiser, Vera Keohane and Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin Brendan Kelly...


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