Cleaning your room can sometimes be a chore, especially when you are not looking forward to it. On the other hand, a clean and organized space will look great, give you an active and happy mood, make you as productive as possible, and even offer some peace of mind. So here are some practical tips to help you get motivated enough to clean your room and stay inspired once you’re motivated.
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1. Set a Goal and Visualize the End Result
Knowing precisely what you want may motivate you. Imagine how your room will transform and feel at the end of the cleaning process. Recalling a clean place’s cozy atmosphere may push you to start.
Tip: Take a “before” photo of your room. Looking back at the change will feel amazing once it’s cleaned up!
2. Break It Down into Small Tasks
Cleaning the entire room is very daunting. Divide the activity into manageable chunks instead of “clean the room.” Try “make the bed,” “clear the floor,” or “wipe the surfaces.” Finishing these one at a time compiles the momentum and makes the task less daunting.
Tip: Start with picking up clothes from the floor. After that, dust your desk or organize your bookshelf.
3. Set a Timer and Clean for Just 10 Minutes
Sometimes, the hardest part is just to start. Set a timer for 10 minutes and promise to clean during this time. You might find that as you start, you want to continue!
Tip: If 10 minutes is impossible, start with 5 minutes and gradually increase the time. Small steps can mean a huge difference.
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4. Play some music or listen to a podcast.
While you clean, time goes by as you do it. You have something to entertain your mind while your hands are working. Listen to your favorite playlist, podcast, or audiobook; the time will pass, besides cleaning.
Tip: Create a “cleaning playlist” to energize and uplift you. 5. Reward Themselves When Cleaned
5. Reward yourself afterwards.
You will realize that getting a small reward boosts one’s motivation to clean. Come up with a reward, such as watching an episode of your favorite program, having a snack, or practicing a hobby you choose once you are done.
Tip: Promise yourself a soothing cup of tea or coffee after you’re done. This helps to give you something to look forward to as you clean. 6. Imagining Having Guests Over
6. Imagine Having Guests Over
If you’re unmotivated, put yourself in a scenario where friends or family may stop over without notice. Thinking about how you’d like your room to look for visitors may give you a new way of viewing your space.
Tip: Act as if you are cleaning for a guest. This mindset can help you get started cleaning.
7. Clean as You Declutter
Cleaning can be a great chance to declutter and remove unwanted items. Eventually, cleaning will become less hassle and more feasible because you will have fewer things to clean.
Tip: Designate a donation box to put the items you don’t need anymore or do not use. Decluttering leaves your room feeling even larger and neater.
8. Concentrate on How You’ll Feel After
A clean room creates an atmosphere that feels incredibly serene and organized. You may think about how easy you will feel, satisfied, and peaceful once your room is tidied up.
9. Don’t get obsessed by trying to make it perfect.
One of the reasons cleaning feels so overwhelming is that we’re trying to achieve perfection. Focus instead on progress over perfection. A little cleaning is better than nothing; you can always finish later.
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