Why do we clean? I know this probably sounds like a stupid question, but ask yourself why you clean.
I know our days are filled with a million things- thinking about why we clean is not exactly on top of our to do list. It's not that I think you should just sit around dreaming of cleaning or the philosophy of cleaning but here are three little thoughts that might be worth a minute or two.
3 ways cleaning can make our homes unhealthy
1) Using too much cleaner and accidental leaving behind cleaner residue...
Over cleaning, spraying your cleaners and not rinsing leaves chemical residue everywhere-
This residue can mix with other cleaners, get on our pets and kids and become our dust...
2) Using too harsh, toxic or aggressive cleaners in normal cleaning
These restorative cleaners can be dangerous to our health and the health of our surfaces
Most cleaners sold are more of what I would consider a restorative cleaner
When we expect fast results- we get restoration cleaners
3) We are so rushed for time or focused on the task we may not notice how we are feeling
Scratchy throats, sinus pressure, stiff backs, strong fumes, tight shoulders...
These little tell tale signs often go unnoticed- until...
I believe our primary focus of cleaning should be health:
The health of our families and pets
The health of our surfaces
The health of whoever is doing the cleaning
Cleaning is important and vital to the health and well being of our families and homes. Maybe spending hours thinking about cleaning is out of the questions, but consider giving it at least a moments thought.
Wishing you a healthy and happy home,
Denise
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