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Spring is in the air. Bust out the feather dusters, paper towels, cleaning supplies, and the vacuum.
Still not motivated? I have to talk myself into cleaning myself. I find it hard to so when the house easily gets messed up again.
I also find that it helps if you get a buddy.
According to the American Psychology Association, in order to make positive lifestyle changes that last, getting a buddy is key.
This doesn’t just apply to cleaning. If you are getting out of debt, or trying to lose weight, a buddy will help you stay motivated and keep you accountable.
Whether you are shooting for the same goal or just have someone to talk to about your goal, this will help you stay on course.
I have a bunch of virtual buddies.
I’ll explain. . .
Cleaning Games: Vacuuming Confetti and Posting My Results
In order to get myself in gear and my house in order, I am taking part in a 30 day cleaning challenge.Today I have to vacuum. This one was super easy especially since I didn’t have to do it. The rule in my house is, if you make a mess, you have to clean it up.
I will say, it’s hard to see the little paper confetti on my daughter’s rug because it’s Berber. I told her it was an oversight but she still has to keep everything off the floor including artwork. That’s one thing I make them do every night.
Here are other challenges I completed.
Day 1 How to Vinyl Tile Your Bathroom Floor for 30 Dollars in 360 Minutes
Day 2 DIY Organization: Secret for Organizing Tiny Pieces of Kids’ Stuff for a Dollar
Day 3 Tidy Up the Laundry Room in Minutes for 30 Dollars
Day 4 Cleaning Games: Dirty Little Secret for Cleaning Your Sink on the Cheap
Day 5 Cure Sink Clutter and Cut Cleaning Time in Half for Free
Day 6 Free Help: Vacuuming Confetti
Day 7 I took a day off.
Day 8 Declutter in Minutes with this Trick Plus Motivation from REAL SIMPLE Editor-in-Chief
Day 9 How to Clean Picture Windows on the Cheap
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