Stress Reduction and Productivity Enhancement

Regarding the advantages of cleaning, it's often highlighted that it alleviates stress, enhances focus on tasks, promotes cleaner air in the room—beneficial for health—reduces time spent searching for things, and curbs unnecessary shopping. Specifically addressing stress, the repetitive motions involved in cleaning trigger the release of serotonin, the "happy hormone," which helps in stress reduction. Furthermore, the post-cleaning sense of refreshment stems from the production of dopamine in the brain, hindering stress accumulation. Despite our awareness of these benefits, the act of cleaning can still pose challenges. To address this, instead of attempting to clean the entire house in one go, a more effective approach could be focusing on a specific area. By setting smaller cleaning goals and concentrating efforts on one zone, a sense of achievement can be gained. This accomplishment can then serve as motivation to proceed to the next area, gradually creating a habit. This approach is something I aim to adopt as it contributes to a more fulfilling life.