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You may have read the title of this post and laughed a little, “it’s not possible to enjoy housework”<\/em> you might be thinking. Although housework isn’t inherently enjoyable, there are ways to make it something you could look forward to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A lot of it is perspective, and hopefully this list can help change that perspective. So that one of the things we do most, as homemakers, is something we can have fun with and take delight in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Open the Windows<\/h2>\n\n\n
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There’s something about fresh air that can really get me motivated and feeling good. Even on cold, winter days, I recommend opening up the windows for a little bit to release the stale air in your home and invite freshness in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Light a Scented Candle or run a Essential Oil Deffuser.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Along with removing the stale air from my home, I like to add a little scent to go with the fresh air. Peppermint, lemon, and lavender are some of my favorites but I also enjoy some pine at Christmas time or cinnamon in the fall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Have a Warm Drink to Keep You Cozy, or a Cold Drink to Cool You Down.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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I like to prepare a special drink of sorts for when I’m cleaning through my house. I especially like to have tea or coffee, it makes me feel cozy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But on hot, summer days, a nice glass of iced tea with some lemon or cucumber water, is my go to. Make a drink that you look forward to while cleaning!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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4. Listen to an Audio Book, Music or Podcast.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I like to use my cleaning time as an opportunity to “read”, Worship, or learn something new. There are so many free ways to do this, using Pandora, YouTube, or if you have a library card, you may be able to use Hoopla or Libby. Listening to something while cleaning can be good for our minds, but it also can keep us going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Wear What Makes You Feel Good.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some of us like to dress the part, like a 1950’s housewife to get our cleaning done, others prefer to be as comfy as possible, with yoga pants and a t-shirt. Wear whatever it is that makes you feel good while cleaning, maybe even try something new!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Have a Treat Planned for Afterwards.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I really like to find little ways to treat myself, it’s usually not expensive but it’s nice to have something to look forward to after a long day of cleaning. It wouldn’t be any different for me if I spent the day at a typical 9-5 job.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Here are a few small ways you can treat yourself:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n