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Post by Deleted on Oct 20, 2017 11:35:34 GMT -5
Hello,
I am new and nervous about cleaning my house but I really want and need to do it. Just writing this is really stressing me out.
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Post by lostchild on Oct 20, 2017 12:16:15 GMT -5
@afishcalledwanda everybody starting to clean is nervous 😓. It's a worthwhile journey. Welcome!
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Post by Minerva on Oct 20, 2017 12:20:43 GMT -5
Hello  You've taken a great first step by posting here. You can't change until you admit to yourself that you need to make a change. Is there anything in particular that is stressing you out? I'd be willing to bet that whatever it is, someone here has tackled it before. Or is it just the overall overwhelmingness of it all? That's a feeling that I know well. You'll find plenty of advice here about how to break things down into manageable tasks. |
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Post by phoenixcat on Oct 20, 2017 12:27:54 GMT -5
 Welcome! We all started where you are now. No judgment here and plenty of work along threads. Daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal. Or start your own  There is also chat and an opportunity to write your own blog. As Minerva said - somebody, somewhere on this board has had the same situation. And, on the extremely rare chance that we haven't - we will all learn along with you.  Come in - the water is fine and we will keep you afloat!!  PC
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Post by bub on Oct 20, 2017 17:28:19 GMT -5
Hi afishcalledwanda! Where would you like to start cleaning? One item at a time. We'll support you!
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Post by TML on Oct 20, 2017 18:15:38 GMT -5
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Post by purpleangel on Oct 20, 2017 20:12:40 GMT -5
@afishcalledwanda Welcome! I saw your comment and had to chime in! You've accomplished the hardest part - just joining this wonderful group. Your post reminded me of how I felt when I first joined SOOS. I just felt silly and inadequate - and very, very desperate for help. I couldn't even think of a name - so I chose my two favorite things - purple and angels. There are several things that truly helped me when I joined last year (I can't believe it's been a year!). Baby steps and Just Do It. My fav example of baby steps: I used to say, "I will clean the kitchen," but then I'd bog down on small parts like the stove top. So now I Write concrete, baby steps such as "wipe flat surfaces, sweep, wash and dry dishes." This has made such a difference for me. Also, there are very few times that I FEEL like doing housework. If I wait for that magical enthusiasm, this house will never change. Now, I make my list in my blog and just do it. I know what needs to be done - baby steps. And, no matter WHAT my brain says (such as "i'm too tired" or "this isn't fair that I have to clean"), I STILL do what needs to be done. I complain and swear every step of the way sometimes, but I still do the work. And, it's made a big difference in my home. Keep posting. Write your own blog. Read other blogs. hollyhock has many detailed plans and ideas. There are work-along blogs, too. And chat if you can join it. Just Start - anywhere. You CAN do it. |
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Post by shellsncheese on Oct 20, 2017 20:27:51 GMT -5
Welcome! You will find lots of support here. Find a thread or buddy or blog or whatever you like and let it inspire you. Nervous is normal. It gets easier.
You can do it!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 20, 2017 22:27:50 GMT -5
I got teary-eyed reading such kind words from strangers. Thank you.
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Post by shellsncheese on Oct 20, 2017 22:30:43 GMT -5
@afishcalledwanda There is typically someone around and most people are very supportive. Just keep posting
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Post by Arid on Oct 20, 2017 23:54:47 GMT -5
We're not "strangers." We are your "kin!"
Welcome to the board.
Arid
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