It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort.

….. and when you bring that effort every single day, that’s where transformation happens. That’s how change occurs. - quote by Journeys Strength.

We put so much pressure on having a clean, neat and tidy home. I’m speaking on behalf of women(because I am one). Sometimes we look at our house and feel like a complete failure. Why can everyone else keep their house up and I can’t? That’s a lie. Yep. I have cleaned a lot of homes and in my line of work and just know this, this is an on going battle for everyone. House keeping is not about perfection. It is about the loving effort you make every day. You want to see transformation in the tidiness of your home? Remind each person what a gift it is to wake up in a warm bed. In a beautiful house. Surrounded by the people they love most. Gratefulness for what you have is outwardly seen by how it is taken care of. Not perfection…..but cared for.

While in the journey of transforming our home of a very busy family of 5, I have noticed 5 things. Less arguing. Better hold of our finances. More laughter and fun with my family. All around less stress and anxiety. Lastly…better sleep! Is my housekeeping perfect? Of course not. It never will be and I don’t want it to be. Is it improving? By leaps and bounds. Make an effort every single day. You will be so proud of what you accomplish. Lastly, stop being so hard on yourself. You’re doing great!