Hate Cleaning?! I have some TRICKS to make you LOVE IT!!

Do you feel like cleaning is a never-ending chore? Like you have to get everything spotless before you can even think about having fun?
In today’s podcast, I'm flipping that mindset! I’ll share tips and tricks to help you actually enjoy cleaning and make it a breeze. Let’s take action together and transform how we think about tidying up, so we can have effortlessly clean and happy home!
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[@lisajoy9588]

My mother didn’t do any of the negative things like fussing at me or punishing me about being messy, thank goodness. I think the problem was that she was just naturally organized and things just seemed effortless for her. I on the other hand was scattered and everything seemed hard for me. I just couldn’t figure out how to do it like she did and always felt like a failure. Even though she was nothing but encouraging. I think that’s why I have always had a negative outlook on cleaning and organizing. Learning as an adult that I’m ADHD has helped me feel better about myself because I at least have sort of a Reason. You Cass, help me TREMENDOUSLY because you understand my crazy brain and give me tools to use to get myself together! I listen to you every single day and I am getting better. 🙂

[@fionaschiffl8065]

Cass, One thing I’ve done recently is changed the dishwashing liquid to one with a different (nice) scent and tried a new wash cloth. It’s making it a novelty and changing it up. Had used the same sponges for 30+yrs as they’re the ones that the ex liked and I didn’t want to get told off for buying a useless sponge (for him). I feel like I’m reclaiming my kitchen.

[@obliograce3551]

I don't know if you read KZbin comments but, this is just to say thank you. I am aware of these ideas but I have struggled on and off throughout my life. Your story today was encouraging. I am at my core very artistic, and very organized. Guess which one wins most of the time, it isn't organization. And, that always diminishes my ability to create. For myself it was my childhood memories of being a boy raised by a feminist leaning mom and a good father who worked very long hours. My mom was great too however, she raised five boys and she refused to do any housework. I lived in clutter and in chaos. Fleas, roaches, and stuff piled everywhere is where my brain wanders to as "normal" from these childhood experiences. Later I learned how to keep order when I was in the military. Even as a boy I loved mowing lawns and properly edging sidewalks and cleaning up all the clippings for a beautiful, orderly result. One of the things I have had to learn is, how to clean on a regular basis? I never really saw it growing up, but it is natural for me to want to create orderly spaces. Taking small steps every day with a kitchen timer while remembering to not be bossed around by childhood memories was a good reminder. BTW, years ago I found a book called "The Clean Team". That was an important piece that perhaps you could also cover for those of us who have no idea how to clean (other than when in a crisis as when moving or when guests are coming over). Putting together a cleaning kit that makes sense is something that I continue to takes steps to figure out. For example an ostrich feather duster actually works really well for dusting. Who knew? Again, thank you.

[@elizabethsydnor5247]

Cas I love the way you admit your weaknesses rather than acting like you have everything altogether that is so refreshing

[@pmholli54]

I got an F in neatness in the second grade. The consequence of having a messy desk was bringing home everything in my desk. It started with taking everything home one day, grew to a week then a month. It got to the point that I kept everything stuffed in my book bag. For decades I believed I was a neatness failure. First Dana, then you and Dawn have helped me so much. Finally something made sense. I will probably never be an A in neatness kind of person, but I’m probably a solid C. I no longer feel overwhelmed.

[@brendacollinsdeeks7268]

My mother was a serious hoarder and blamed us as kids for the mess in the house. I hate the clutter in my house but struggle to organize my house in a way that makes it function effectively. I have ADHD so your videos are really helping me find my way through the fog and I truly appreciate what you are doing.

[@reneebonafede530]

Aha moment reframe your mind if you spent $40 on an item one year ago and now you no longer use it you used it for 365 days at 11 cents a day you've gotten your money's worth .... donate🎉🎉🎉

[@amandataub842]

When it comes to cleaning, I have to ask myself, "What can I do and how much can I do before I start hurting? How much pain can I put up with to get everything done that I want to get done?" So, yeah I feel lazy because I don't want to hurt or I have to measure how much pain I can deal with. And I feel guilty because my other half does so much more cleaning than I physically can do. I am grateful that he can mop and vacuum the house, as well as other heavy chores.

[@denisewhitney5926]

I cleaned up after lunch while listening to your podcast! I'm with you. I now say, "I love a clean kitchen!!" vs "Ughhh. I hate cleaning the kitchen. I'll do it 'later'!" And "later used to be 3 or 5 days!!! 😱 So glad to have found Dana in 2017 and you and Dawn in 2021!!! Lol!! I hear Dana saying, "Just do the dishes" and Dawn, "5 minutes matters" and your tough love all the time! Thank you soooo much!!!

[@marilyncarey7957]

I use the power ONLY! Reframe I HAVE to do one load of laundry a day to I ONLY have to do one load of laundry (today). Reframe I have to do the dishes to I ONLY have to do the dishes (in the sink not every dish I own). Reframe I have to do my taxes to I ONLY have to do my taxes (once a year). Reframe I have to put away every thing I use to I ONLY have to put away the thing (that’s in my hand right now). This is the best session you’ve done Cas, apart from the ADD ones.

[@elisaroberts9463]

I always find your podcasts encouraging. Thank you!

[@leecotton3242]

Boy, this is such a help to me! Thank you very much. My grandma was a home ec major and you better believe she was quite intimidating to my mother … so much so that the latter never learned to cook or sew. Grandma even picked out and placed the furniture in our house. Mama had a cleaning lady. Whew.

[@natashalindner2059]

My joy is hearing your podcasts and getting work done at the same time. I have a lot of 'shoulds' but I am going to do it all for future me, so the bathroom looks pretty, the dishwasher is almost on, and the towels will be washed overnight. Tomorrow will be wonderful ❤❤❤❤

[@sabajabir2546]

Excellent mind conditioning. The best podcast about our psychology.

[@kakylong2]

Cas, Great podcast. I am retraining my dumb baby brain to not put it down, put it away. Great tips. 😊

[@denisehuang7037]

Amazing Cas! You’ve taken a seemingly confusing concept, broken it down into actionable steps to really make a big difference. Awareness, reframing and repetition! Thank you!

[@heathereyles8909]

This is so good Cas. I have managed to change my women's lib resentment at cleaning and tidying, to, I'm doing it for me, because I just love a nice house. It now gives me pleasure, and is so stress relieving. It's a joy. You have done such a lot for me. Resentment has pretty much disappeared. At 74, I have totally reframed my brain through listening to you and your colleagues. I do have a cleaner once a fortnight, for two hours, for a basic swish through, but there is still daily stuff, deep cleaning, and decluttering, to do. I employed a cleaner to avoid that resentment, but now it's just a useful add on, as we have a large house with several floors and I have mobility issues. I feel so much happier about my house and my husband!! Many thanks. Xxxxxxxx

[@elizabethsorensen7363]

I love your podcast. I look forward to a new one every week. I love your show hot mess house. Wish there were more seasons. Thank you for being so honest and kind. You are a gift to those around you.

[@joanneandrea7298]

I'm 3/4 of the way through the video but wanted to stop and comment on Cass's comment about reframing your thinking. I used to be a pack a day smoker. My life REVOLVED around smoking. I would purposely book flights in airports that had a smoking room (this was back in the day) so that my layover could include my smoking habit. When I decided to quit, I kept it to ONE day. I got through that first day, and I couldn't believe it. I was so proud of myself. Then I was excited to get one more day under my belt. By the time a week had gone by, there was no stopping me because I WAS ON A ROLL!! I quit smoking in 2005 and never went back.

[@charwoodard]

Thank you Cas! Great pod cast!