Theory 1: The Beauty of Emptiness

Clearing Your Desks::

      The desk arrangement is all about setting a theme and efficiency. The word efficiency does not mean having direct access to every item within the reach of your hands. You should always have your daily items like your phone, pens, keyboards, and mouse. The rest is yours to decide. 

    However, In every unique desk arrangement, there were always attempts to clean them. Clean your desks. If you are hesitant to throw away stuff, like the author, follow these tips.

Ask yourself the following question:  

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"Do I need this today?"

           Of course, there is always the temptation to keep those items. You might need it for special occasions, like the small tape I had on my desk for a year and a half.

 No, You won't. 

    Throw them away or store them in places that you can easily find. You don't need all that. When you need them, just walk a few steps and get them. It is a good way to stand up and avoid a sedentary lifestyle. 

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"Do I have enough space?"

      Having enough space does not mean having barely minimum space to move your mouses. To maximize your productivity while securing your health, you must have enough space for your wrist to rest. 

All those items don't need to be up there; you could put them aside or down. If the items are essential in keeping the theme, check other chapters in this blog to manage those items.

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"Does It Help My Theme?"

    While the tips above help start your desk arrangement, they are less important than your theme. The desk arrangement is all about setting the theme. If you don't have a theme, it's okay. I will explain the ways to make your theme in the following episodes. Remember that you don't have to follow these rules if you think it will ruin your theme. 

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So, where should you store them?

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1. Make a Workstation.

This is the most straightforward way to clean your items but still have them. Some utensils or items such as screwdrivers and extra keyboards are frequently used but not as always. By having a side workstation, you can neatly organize your items. 

2. Put Them In A Box

   

    Some items are helpful but often too big. Put them in a box unless you are going for a giant theme. Store them somewhere else that you will still be able to find.

3. Make a New Theme

    If you really want to keep it, try changing your theme. Keeping the theme is important only when you LIKE the theme. It's your desk and you to decide. Change your theme whenever you like. Try new things. There is always a way to put your desk in a new mood.