Spring is almost here, and with it comes an opportunity to pull out the vinegar and baking soda and do some spring cleaning.

If the idea sounds daunting, I sympathize. It’s been a tough couple of years. Who has the time or energy for deep cleaning the entire house?

However, if you’re already feeling overwhelmed, that’s a great reason to pull on some rubber gloves and get scrubbing. Research shows that there’s a connection between cleaning and good mental health. According to this article, benefits of cleaning include improved physical health, a sense of control over one’s surroundings, improved mood, and increased focus.

If you want to shake off the winter blues or restore a sense of peace in your life, a deep clean may be the way to go.

To make the task less daunting, consider using a checklist to help you work through the house. Here’s an article with several checklists to choose from.

Finally, a few ideas to make spring cleaning more approachable:

1. Clean at your own pace. If working through the whole checklist in a weekend is too much, space it out.
2. Try turning spring cleaning into an opportunity for mindfulness. This can provide even more of a boost to your mental health and keep cleaning from feeling like a chore.
3. Recruit your spouse and/or kids to help out. If everybody shares in the work, everybody feels the positive benefits.
4. Outsource tasks that are too big, time-consuming, or require specialized equipment. For example: cleaning out gutters, power washing siding, and shampooing carpets. I’m always happy to recommend home care services in the Colorado Springs area, so if you need suggestions for any of the above, please leave a comment.