No one enjoys cleaning their home, but everyone needs to do it. If you want to make cleaning more enjoyable and less of a dreaded chore, try implementing one or more of these five tips into your daily cleaning routine. Not only will you get the job done faster, but you’ll have a better time doing it too!
1) Listen to music
Listening to music while cleaning can help make the task more enjoyable. It can provide a much-needed distraction from the monotony of cleaning, and it can also help you stay motivated to keep going. Plus, it’s just plain fun! If you don’t know what type of music to listen to, I recommend pop songs or rock songs with lyrics that are mostly positive or upbeat. You could also create your own playlist by searching for uplifting songs or cleaning songs on YouTube or Spotify and adding them to your library.
2) Set a timer
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the thought of cleaning your entire home, start with just one section and use a timer. Set a timer for 15 minutes and see how much you can get done. Or, you can set one for 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and so on. The hard part is getting started, as it can be overwhelming to fit cleaning into your schedule. The timer will help you commit to cleaning and stay on task for a few minutes. You will be way more productive in much less time! Chances are, once you get started, you’ll be surprised at how much you can accomplish in such a short amount of time. And the satisfaction of seeing a clean space will motivate you to keep going.
3) Turn it into a game
One way to make cleaning more fun is to turn it into a game. See how fast you can clean up the living room or see if you can get through the entire house without taking a break. You can also set a timer again and see how long it takes you to clean the kitchen (or one specific section). Try to beat your previous time to make it more like a game! Or, you can create teams between family members or roommates to see who wins the cleaning game by finishing their section of the home fastest and cleanest.
4) Set up a reward system
A great way to make cleaning more fun is to set up a reward system for yourself. For every task, you complete, give yourself a point. Tasks can be as big or small as you want. Once you reach a certain number of points, you can treat yourself to something you enjoy, like a new book or a piece of jewelry. This will help motivate you to keep your space clean and tidy. You may also want to involve other family members in the process. Every night their space remains clean, and they get an extra dollar added to their jar. When they reach the goal, they get rewarded with their favorite activity or item (or everyone gets rewarded). You can put your own twist on the reward system for what works best for you! This is a great trick for kids and adults alike.
5) Be creative!
Creativity is what makes cleaning a little more fun. Here are some of our best ideas, but keep thinking and see what else you can come up with. Once you are able to find what works for you, cleaning will feel a little less like the most monotonous chore.
To summarize,
- Set a time to clean and stick to it! Setting aside time in your day or week that you know you’ll be home ensures that it gets done.
- Break cleaning into manageable tasks! If the thought of doing all three floors seems overwhelming, break it down into smaller tasks by floor.
- Find someone else who enjoys doing chores too! It’s always nice when there’s someone who shares your enthusiasm for organization and tidiness around the house.
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