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I have a FitBit, and get to see how all of the walking around while cleaning adds up to calories burned on MFP. SERIOUS motivation! I also watch Hoarders: Buried Alive, which makes me get off my *kitten* and clean like a maniac!
Try logging your cleaning as a workout. You may find the calorie burn more motivating than the clean house.0 -
I've modified flylady's routines to suit me, and I find it helps. Also having friends who drop in without warning helps too, I never know when I might have company so I have to keep the mess minimized.0
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Years ago before I really liked things clean and tidy all the time I would watch T.V. and would get up during the commercials and clean like a crazy person. If you do this during every commercial segment you can get a lot done and you don't have to miss your show or shows. I would set a timer for the internet or other things and do equal time 30 internet = 30 min cleaning. :bigsmile:0
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Thanks for all of the suggestions everyone! Everyone is motivating. I have each of the bedrooms completed so far.0
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When I am feeling truly unmotivated and glued to the TV, I use commercial times for chores. Whenever a commercial comes on I get up and do something around the house. That gives you a good three to five minutes before your show comes on!0
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I have 2 kids & a dog, I HAVE to tidy up daily. Then, I do my major cleaning on the weekend. Put on some music, light some candles and go at it.
I love when my house is clean and I have a few candles lit...reminds me...need to fold laundry, load the dishwasher...etc.:laugh:
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If you really don't like it - outsource it! Life is too short . . .
I outsourced my cleaning for years - I actually enjoy it, but was just too busy. The key to finding good home help is NOT to hire a professional.
Professionals seem to have one cleaning template that they apply to all homes - and it may not fit yours. They also focus more on doing things than getting them done - a subtle but important difference.
Network around for a grad student who's bright, hardworking, follows directions well and needs some extra cash - then take them through exactly what you want done each week. You may have to hire/fire more than one before you find someone who's a good fit, but when you do, pay well, include bonuses, and provide constant feedback - positive and "constructive."
It's not as expensive as you think - and knowing it's all going to be done, all the time makes life better.0
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