Do you ever feel like you do all the work around your house? You’re certainly not alone. Even in a home full of kids, it can often feel like you’re the only one who cares about clean clothes and a clean kitchen. Perhaps it is time to change all that with a little focused motivation. Here’s how to get it down.
Teach First
There is a learning curve with every job. That goes for your 9-5 gig and for the cleaning chores you want your kids to take on. The first couple of times you might have to micro-manage a bit and show the kids just how you want things done. This is to avoid any shortcut that might be inclined to take. It also will point out that the task at hand isn’t that all that complicated. There will be a lot less grumbling that way.
Age Appropriate Jobs
As great as it would be to get your kids doing the bulk of the cleaning, some things might be out of their reach, literally and figuratively. Young ones can get involved with putting away toys and clothes but they might not be able to load the dishwasher. Don’t worry; the older they become the more they can take on.
Have Fun
The attitude you take with the cleaning is the attitude your kids will take. If you make it fun, then so will they. Put on some music and encourage dance breaks. Have a yummy snack ready for the completion of the chore. Fresh baked cookies are amazing motivators.
Remove Clutter
Clutter can be confusing. It shouldn’t be about straightening a pile of magazines but by tossing them into the recycle bin. You want to create what your ideal living environment looks like. That way the family will have a reference. This is where Junk King Sarasota can be a big help. One session with these pro junk haulers and you’ll have all the unwanted clutter from the garage, closets and spare rooms swiftly removed. Not only will that make more room, it will also show your kids what no clutter really looks like. A junk removal session with Junk King Sarasota is a great cleaning motivator for your family.