Yes, I know I missed last month. Things were just hectic and exhausting. Sorry.
Our new habit this month though is: 15 Minutes. As FlyLady says you can do anything for 15 minutes except whining. It can be anything really. Set a timer, watch, or have someone tell you when time is up but 15 minutes is it. Once time is up on what you are doing, it is up. No continuing on because this is what gets us overwhelmed. How many times do you start to clean out a closet, toy box, desk, etc and an hour later have a bigger mess than you started with?
During your 15 minutes make piles of keep, trash, or donate. When the time is up put the things you are keeping away, throw out the trash, and take the donations to the car so they are ready for drop off. I use this method when cleaning the stove. It can become a hated task if I try to clean it all at one time. SO I start at the range, wash the grills, wipe/scrub the burners, etc. When time is up even if I only have half done I put it back together and walk away until later.
This really is a great habit. You will be amazed at what you can do in these 15 minute intervals and still have time for things you like. If you starting out cleaning and really hate it this is perfect for you. Do 15 minutes of cleaning, stop and do 15 minutes of what you like (read part of a book, write a letter, play a game or just relax) then go back to working. You will be able to get your home in order over time with this method and not feel like all you ever get to do is clean.
So lace up those shoes and set your timers. Good luck!
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