Besides getting rid of clutter, being more organized can definitely simplify your life. I find that saving all housework for one day is overwhelming. It rarely gets done because I just can't bear to spend that much time cleaning. Years ago, I found it easier to do a cleaning rotation. For example:
Mondays: dust, dust mop, wash linens; wipe sinks, toilets
Tuesdays: laundry, showers and bathtubs
Wednesday: vacuum, dump all trash
Thursday: wet mop kitchen, bathrooms
Friday: nothing!
Saturday: dust mop, wipe bathroom sinks, toilets
When my kids were home, they each had to choose a two chores after school from the list (which also included unloading the dishwasher.) Because there were more people in the house, touch up cleanings were more frequent in certain areas then. I picked up the chores they didn't choose. It taught them to clean, plus I had help.
I've found others who like this round robin style of cleaning. It's just a little every evening and doesn't take more than a half hour of time. You're also never rushing around to clean EVERYTHING if someone calls and wants to stop in for a visit.
Some people choose a room per day to clean. Think of a plan that works for you, but be sure to HAVE a plan.
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