Amy Mercer is the owner of A Mother's Touch Cleaning Co and a local mom. Amy has offered Plymouth Macaroni KID readers cleaning tips, hacks, and advice. For more information about her business or to book a cleaning, follow on Facebook and Instagram or stop by her website, here!
Did you know that there is a scientific correlation of a clean environment and positive mental health? A study by UCLA found that families living in cluttered homes exhibit higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol, indicating that cleanliness can significantly impact stress levels and overall mental health.
However, families are busier than ever and keeping a tidy and clean home all while taking care of kids, pets, spending time with your significant other and working can make it near impossible to check every box. I know this from my own personal experience. Having a clean home is crucial for our family, it affects you so much more than you could ever imagine.
There is a clear connection between cleanliness and mental health. It reduces stress, a cluttered and messy home can cause stress and anxiety. A clean home has the benefit of creating a sense of calm, less chaos. It can also help in improving concentration and productivity due to having less distractions. This is vital especially for those who work from home. Studies have also shown that being clean and organized can uplift your mood and happiness. Cleanliness has the ability to give you a sense of control over your environment which is so important for your mental well-being. Regular cleaning can prevent feelings of being overwhelmed in this already overwhelming world.
Where do you start? You need to get a game plan that can be integrated into your daily life. Check out my article Less Cleaning, More FUN This Summer that includes ideas and also helpful printables to get you started! Just modify it to fit your schedule and family needs. While tidying and cleaning try to make it enjoyable, even use this time to meditate. I personally find I do my best thinking when cleaning! Doing a little bit at a time can be helpful. July is a great time to start a new system so you are ready to go when school is back in session. The key is you need to start somewhere, whether it’s to reach out to a professional to get you kick started or simply writing down what’s the most important to clean and start from there. Here’s to a tidy, clean and peaceful environment!!
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