It’s our last day together and I’m having some feelings about that. Of course, deep cleaning isn’t a one-time thing that you can just check off your list and be done with forever. But I wanted to finish with an assignment that will feel like a real reward for all of your hard work. And … Read more
If I asked you what the dirtiest part of your bathroom is, what would you say? You might think it’s your toilet, or maybe your sink faucet, but your shower, specifically your shower curtain and your shower floor, may be even germier. Of course, there are lots of areas vying for this particular title at … Read more
A few days ago, when you were cleaning out the space underneath your bed, you may have wondered why we didn’t tackle the bed itself. Well, I had my reasons and they were these: First, washing your bed linens takes time and I didn’t want you to feel overwhelmed at the very beginning of our … Read more
Not long ago, I got some good advice from a friend of mine: Take off your shoes and walk around barefoot, she told me. I had been feeling more unmoored than usual and I was trying to figure out a way to ground myself. It turns out the solution was as simple as literally grounding … Read more
Today’s task is going to prepare you for a few days of even deeper cleaning — the fun stuff! But before we talk about that, let’s take a minute to appreciate what you’ve already done so far this week: You’ve cleaned high and low, made your favorite window sparkle, and rid your trash can of … Read more
Wherever you are right now, I want you to look up. Now, I want you to think about the last time you cleaned up there (or really anything above eye level). The truth is, these up-high places are really the first area you should be cleaning in any room. If you think about it for … Read more
You know how I said, a few weeks back, that spring cleaning could be fun? Well, I can’t honestly claim that today’s task is going to be enjoyable (sorry), but I can promise you it will be deeply satisfying. And it won’t take long either. I think of this stinky chore as akin to going … Read more
Welcome back! It’s day two of the Spring Cleaning Cure and we’re going to tackle the bedroom. But not all of it! Just one very specific and slightly controversial spot: the space underneath your bed. For some people (including my partner), the space under the bed is a bonus storage area to put all sorts … Read more
Spring is officially here, and with it comes a chance to shake off the stagnation of winter. I’m talking about spring cleaning your home — this is Day 1 of the Spring Cleaning Cure, after all — but I’m also interested in spring cleaning your soul. I know I need a fresh perspective on what … Read more
Spring is near (no matter what the groundhog says) and, for me, that means big spring energy. I’m ready to open all the windows, fill every vase with flowers, and get my home in order so I can invite friends and family to celebrate after a long and way-too-familiar winter. This time of year, when … Read more