Cleaning seems to be one of the least exciting chores for many women and men in the UK. Perhaps that trend runs worldwide, if we have to be honest. And in the majority of cases, the sentiments towards this otherwise great activity, have been formed due to the way it has been presented in the society. Historically, cleaning was a woman’s job and along with other household chores, was often used to slow down a lady’s personal and career development. In certain parts of the world, that belief and societal norm is still very much present.
When it comes to most modern western cultures, home cleaning is a job that’s done fairly equally by both the female and male partners in a household. The resentment towards it comes from the busy lifestyle of these people, their demanding jobs and lack of time to do the things they enjoy. Many families choose to outsource cleaning due to those reasons, but when a professional service’s cost doesn’t fit the budget they just have to come to terms with their negative feelings towards the chore.
How about if we told you you can learn to love cleaning more? Or even if that seems a step too far, maybe learn to hate it less, at least.
Change Your Perception
The number one thing you can do is look at cleaning in a different way. It is not just a boring chore. In fact, it is a necessity to achieve a healthy and safe living environment. Furthermore, it is a simple tool to significantly improve your quality of life.
Cleaning your home will eliminate germs and microorganisms that could make you and your loved ones seriously ill. It will get rid of allergens and irritable particles that could trigger a number of reactions or make you prone to developing life-long medical conditions.
A clean and tidy home means a calm, but sharp mind. Less clutter and high air quality pave the way to a better sleep at night, which in turn, leads to a clearer focus, more energy and motivation during the day.
Seeing cleaning as something that would help you become a better version of yourself and take meaningful care of your family does give you a reason to hate it less, doesn’t it?
Play Your Favourite Music
Music makes everything better, including activities you don’t quite enjoy. Scientifically speaking, upbeat music makes your glands release endorphins, which instantly put you in a good mood and give signals to your body to get in active mode. Perhaps, telling you that rigorous cleaning can burn up to 270 kcal an hour will help you feel better about having to do it every week. That is a full workout if you ask us, made more enjoyable with the right playlist to motivate you.
Manage It Like a Project
Many people who work in business or in higher managerial jobs may feel reluctant to do manual tasks like cleaning even at home. But what if you turn that into a project? You can have clear deadlines and targets to meet with your chores. This could be a great stimulation for someone who is goal-driven.
You can also come up with some rewards at the end for the job well done – a massage, a glass of wine, a night out with your friends. Anything that makes you feel happy. We bet next time you have to clean, you’ll feel a lot more excited than you used to.