Cleaning when sad, depressed or unmotivated. CLEAN WITH ME (With Hacks) | CLEANING MOTIVATION
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ม.ค. 2023
- Today Is a chatty vlog style clean with me video, but I am SUPER unmotivated today... Clean and do some light decluttering with me as I try to fight off sadness so I can get stuff done. I hope all the cleaning hacks I share in this video is helpful and my tips for cleaning while not motivated can help you in a down time. Thank you all SO SO SO much for your support since I announced my divorce. Affiliate links to items mentioned are below
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I have a lot of respect for you! The fact that you don't show your kids on the internet and using them like other youtubers and influencers... And you don't drink alcohol, that is great good for you!
I think about this every time I watch her channel. She’s found the sweet spot.
I appreciate this about her too! ❤️
I agree. The people who say their kids want it don’t take into account kids don’t understand the long lasting consequences!
THIS
I struggle with major depression and lack of motivation myself. I take it as a win if I get up and brush my teeth. You rocked it today!!!!
Me too. We got this 🎉
From a mom of now adult kids, the only thing I would tell you, IGNORE the people who judge you- on how you raise your kids, what you talk about. They can scroll on, if they don’t like how you live your life. It took me years to figure out that I didn’t need to stress out what “everyone “ thought.
It’s amazing you’re putting one foot in front of another at this point. You’re a hero.
I like that you talk through your divorce, many are going through the same thing and honestly it helps to hear someone else talk about it a little bit. It's real life for you at the moment. Love all your videos! Thanks for sharing.
I love the honesty about what you’re going through. Divorces are the worst. THE WORST. For me, motivation is nonexistent lately, and it’s nice to see you tackling things feeling unmotivated.
Good job!
Your book codependent no more was very very helpful to me during my divorce 30 years ago. Not only did it help me identify where I was codependent on my husband and past boyfriends but other people in my life as well. Godspeed.
“Better done than perfect kind of day” we all have them! Take some time to rest if you need it, but remember we’re all here supporting you Mai!
If I could get that much done on days where I'm in a funk I'd be super proud of myself! Good job Mai!
I am 72 - married for 52 years - and yet I find myself very proud of you!! You are resilient - I do watch as you move forward and I’m over here in SC cheering you on.. I say a prayer for you, your boys and even your ex! It sounds like keeping your kids healthy and happy is your number one goal! I’m proud of you!! BTW - the booty bands made me giggle!!
There's really nothing wrong with doing absolutely jack shit. We all have those days, and keeping burnout at bay is hard enough. Annnd good job Mai, you're doing a kick ass job! I love that you set and hold your boundaries regarding your kids privacy. Keep on keepin on! Hella love to you and your kiddos!
Hey Mai! My mom told me about baking soda trick, but I haven't had to do it since I quit using fabric softener on my towels. I bought my towels from Kohls, and they specifically say, "Do not use fabric softener." I think the coating that fabric softener adds to clothing holds the musty smell in. Good luck!!!
This was one of my favorite videos of yours. In regards to your divorce, sometimes what you want and what you need don’t align, but you clearly know what’s best for you and for your kiddos and it will all work out in the long run. I appreciate that you share your struggles with adjusting to a new way of life. I’d love a try on video and I say hell yes to a podcast!
I love your videos. I love how you are yourself and are not fake.
Girl I relate to you so much! I struggle with motivation and general depression most days. Thank you a million times over for just keeping it real. You make me feel like a better mom than I feel most days just in the way that you approach daily tasks. Also, I have so much respect for you in the way that you keep it so real without exploiting the whole situation or your kids.
I hope you find at least a tiny bit of peace and joy today.
Dear Mai, to help save time with your towels you could also wash them on a long and hot program with you regular wash stuff, and add in a cup or two of white vinegar where the fabric softener normally goes. Cheap, easy, and works like a charm! I never use things like fabric softener anymore because the vinegar neutralizes all the odours and it is even good for my washing machine 😊 Please hang in there, these days can be rough so do whatever it takes to make you feel a little better. Love from the Netherlands 😘
You did a great job, Mai. I have had those days of doing NOTHING and feeling sorry for myself. You on the other hand, pushed through it. I admire you for that!
One day at a time- I was with my husband 33 years and 5 children. Out of the blue he asked for a divorce. It has been a year and it’s been so hard. We will make it together. Thanks for the motivation and realness.💐
I love how you treated yourself at the end you deserved it. Blessings my friend.
I don’t know if you’ve ever watched Natalie Bennett here on TH-cam, but her motto this year is Progress over Perfection and I love that. I’ve tried to incorporate that into my cleaning routine and give myself grace when I don’t accomplish everything on my list in the way it should be done.
Sometimes we just need self care days. I loved this video. It was helpful. Use the new downy rinse and refresh for your color towels. Game changer
I can relate to videos like this so much. You being open about your divorce is helping many women not feel so alone, so thank you for that.
I've been watching cleaning motivational videos all weekend and yours is the most realistic. Us moms can definitely relate. Thank you.
For the colored towels, do you use softener? Sometimes towels get janky from the waxiness of the softener coating the towels. Vinegar for the win!
When I got divorced, I would think of all the things I could get done when the kids were with their dad, then they left and I felt lost. I had a hard time adjusting to being alone and did not get anything done for at least the first day, maybe the whole time. So you are not alone. I would like to say it gets better or easier but while your kids are little, it is a big adjustment when you suddenly don't have them. Keep the faith. You look great and you will make it!
I absolutely love the fact that you’re talking about your life and being so honest! Very refreshing!
I came for the cleaning vids and stayed for the divorce shares. Thank you for your honesty! My divorce just wrapped up in the last few days, and I love listening to you process the ups and downs of your experience. I'm in the same position as you in that while no one wants a divorce, or expects a divorce when they get married, sometimes it can be the most kind and freeing thing for everyone involved when things become irreconcilable. No one (in their judgy pants) can decide that for you. This is your journey and you are modeling self care and kindness to your kiddos, So, well done you. Well done, us!
Congrats to us for sure!!! 🥂 Happy for you 💕💕
I would 100% listen to a podcast. I was so excited to have a random Thursday video!
I love your dinner! One of my favorite indulgences is to hit multiple restraunts for each other my favorite items. Great work.
It makes me sad to hear about all those negative comments. I appreciate it when you talk about your personal life. I'm rooting for you, friend!
I don't mind when you talk about your divorce. Don't listen to other people who do.
I add 1/4 cup of white vinegar to all my towels (colored or white) and find that to be helpful in getting the smells out and making them fluffy
A splash of bleach in your regular wash won't ruin your clothes/towels, you could also use vinegar the same way (:
As a kid, we were taught to bring our dirty clothes, towels etc to the laundry room.... if it wasn't there, it didnt get washed.
The book about dating/guys/etc (I've not read it), sounds like you already made a breakthrough with your comment about yourself from aged 15 🤗
You get so much done on a down day... well done for starting 💟
You did great 🥰 I know it sounds a little weird but I learned a hack from do it on a dime on TH-cam. She puts a splash of pinesol (the original brown one) in the washing machine to keep towels smelling fresh. It actually works and the label gives instructions that it is safe to use in the washer. Thanks for inspiring me to kick today’s butt🌼
Let yourself be sad.....it is a natural feeling to have, especially going through what you are going through...it's ok to be sad about it,just don't let it become overwhelming......and from personal experience,it's ok to cry about losing him...he was an important part of your life and it helps to let it go.
I have a "Just DO IT!!!" phrase i say to myself (not that i can do that all the time) but it helps.. until I get into my cleaning mode. When i was in my 20s-30s cleaning was MY LOVE. I loved cleaning because it made day to have everything scrubbed and i took so so much pride in cleaning, plus it was really fun. Now , it doesn't feel as fun(due to health) but i miss it so much, just being able to scrub and deep clean for hours. This video and ones like this helps my mind organize/de-stress..that way it doesn't seem like such a huge task. I really like how real you are and thats what we can relate to, so thank you for being yourself. You can talk about whatever you want and im sure no matter what, it helps other women not feel so alone, plus being real about not being perfect doesn't make women feel left out in the cold ..like they must be the only one that isn't "perfect".❤
🌷🌷🌷💜we love you Mia! You’re stronger than you ever thought. You’re amazing🧁🍧
Great video, Mai and so inspiring. I love the shoe drying and essential oil hacks! That sounds like a great dinner - it's always nice to treat yourself.
Hugs! I think you talking about your divorce is a great help to others going through a divorce or break up. I am loving these videos!!! So real and vulnerable!
This was so motivating for me I have anxiety and depression and I'm grieving after loosing my dad the 31st of this month will be 2 year's since he passed it's still hard , lately I haven't been motivated to do much , I like that you were showing some books I want to start reading books a lot more maybe it will help me clear my mind and help me sleep
You are doing a great job of getting motivated when you don't feel like it. I personally appreciate knowing when you are having a difficult time. It gives me motivation to see you pull yourself up and take care of business - even if things aren't perfect. I wish you didn't have to go through a divorce. Know that you have a lot of subscribers who are sending you positive vibes. Completely different subjects... regarding smelly towels. That happened to me about 10 years ago. I realized there was detergent in left in my towels when I washed them. I cut back drastically on the amount I use when washing towels. I also put vinegar in the rinse. It initially took multiple washings to get the old detergent completely out, but once I did that, my towels always smell fresh and clean. Also, no fabric softener or dryer sheets with towels. I cut back on laundry detergent for all of my loads and stopped using fabric softener all together. My clothes are as soft and clean as ever since I changed how I do laundry. (Yes to a clothing try-on video!!)
It's okay girl we have all been there .Self care self love is the recipe for your healing .Everything will be just fine God bless you
What you got done with a funk is great. Your probably glad you spent the time going thru your major declutter series. Less to manage now & you got a lot done!
i stumbled on your channel, and I love how real you are, and how motivating you are.
I was also feeling unmotivated today (both my kiddos are sick) but I started to clean with you. I have so much respect that you don’t show your kiddos on social media. I don’t post pictures of my kids either.
P.s. it’s your channel you can talk about whatever you’d like, the real world isn’t perfect stuff. All the nay sayer need a reality check.
I understand how you feel about going through a divorce. I've had really bitter breakups and want to send you all the love!
Life doesn't stop. Been through the divorce thing with kids. stay the coarse, and look up. My strength comes from above. Hugs!
You'll find your rhythem.
That book is really good. You’ll love it
I would love to see a try on of your favorite clothing 😊 I use white vinegar as a pre-wash in the washer for smelly clothes and it gets odors out without any effort!
I’m a single mum of 4 and also have 3
I wish I had your motivation just to get the basics down wow love your videos ❤
Divorce is hard for people. Mine was ok because he did nothing so it was easy to still do everything by myself because I always did do everything. Day at a time. Keep on a the videos. Thank you!
Gurrrrrl! You are my new best friend! I buy popcorn from the movie theater to treat myself too! Time to tackle my mess!
You are my spirit animal! (The movie popcorn sealed the deal!)
Your “good enough” is exactly what we all share. Thank you for showing what real life is about: “perfection” is overrated.
Great idea to educate yourself with books and therapy while you have the extra time... my heart goes out to you and anyone going through a similar situation ❤
The bin of clothes without folding is genius 🙌. I'm going to do that..
I want you to know that I loooove your channel and have been watching for almost three years! I watch you not because you are “perfect” (nobody is!) but because you are REAL and relatable!!!! Never change that for any negative comments!
Needed this today, thank you Mai!
Loved your video. You kept it real. Baring your vulnerability in such a public way is very courageous! You got this!
Kudos to you sis, a separation is not the easiest thing to go through but know that you’re resilient. I have my moments this was a great motivator. Thank you for being transparent and sharing your personal journey
You are SO on point about kids making messes, then leaving for their other parent's house. I had that exact issue with my daughter years ago. It IS frustrating and part of being a single parent. You're doing great Mai! Way more motivation than I had.
Sending ❤ your way! Love your honesty and am super impressed by how much you got done on a low motivation day! You’re amazing!
You do you boo! I absolutely LOVE your channel! You are real and tell it how it is and that’s hard to find nowadays! Divorces are hard and you should be able to talk about it, it is YOUR channel. Favorite cleaning/lifestyle channel, DO NOT change ❤!
You're a great person. I wish you lots of strength and happiness ❤🙏
Great clean up ,first time watching from Glasgow Scotland,nothing lasts forever in life ,be kind to yourself
I REALLY wish they would sew those cups in, too!!!💖💖
Distilled White Vinegar for stinky towels (and to set colors in new clothes prior to washing). Just throw it in the wash with your towels and then do a regular wash cycle.
You are doing good and it's life that hits one in the face and bad happens but that is when we appreciate the good. Girl you are going through a lot of reality and you are really power through. You are doing the best for you and that is enough. Forget what other people say they don't know what u are going through.
That book changed my life!!!!
Green Lights is SO GOOD! I listened to it and smiled the whole way through 😊
Proud of you, momma. Keep finding your light. 🥰🙌🏻👑
Greenlights. I love that book and that man. I have that book as well!
I enjoyed this so much. It doesn't have to be perfect but things were put where they go. So happy I found your channel.
Lordy, I feel you! I have those days - and I find starting seems like something so herculean - so beyond my ability that someone may as well ask me to fly to the moon. But! You are right. Even if its not a lot - even if it's just putting right one space - my goodness doesn't it feel like you've done something nice for yourself. I put on my timer - I start with 30 minutes and if that seems impossible then fifteen - and I do what I can - and if I get to the end of that 30 and feel done - then okay - I've still put right some things - made a bed or done the dishes. So thank you thank you thank you for keeping it real and making me understand that we're all in the same boat and telling ourselves off is the last thing we need - and you keep talking about your divorce until the cows come home, don't you listen to no one who has an opinion on that! Also, I deeply respect you never having your kids on the videos - deeply 😊
Divorce is very hard and mentally and emotionally draining so if you need to talk about it go for it. I’m been feeling very unmotivated lately so seeing you get up and cleaning things “good enough” is giving me some motivation thank you! I also use the Tik Toc hack for the shoes and it works great! Hang in there girl!
Thank you for sharing this cleaning journey despite your major life transition taking up a lot of brain space. I appreciate you and admire you! I'm new and the internet suggested this gem to me. So glad ❤️
I use similar bands and I love them.it’s great you made your own personal gym! I love those cord covers! Makes it looks so much better. I never would of thought to just to go in to the theater and just buy the popcorn, see it’s the simple things that can be overlooked.
Gurrrrrllll I so relate to this video... You keep doing you. ❤️
Girl, I love your channel! So sweet of u to plug your BF’s other BF’s friend’s book! The way u put away the kid’s clothes, u r my hero! How u r just so real with us, like showing us the mold on the potatoes, we all get that! And finally, if your viewers don’t like u talking about divorce, don’t stop being real! I watch u because of that! I am going thru the same thing (not my decision) and it means a lot to me to have your channel to… just be there with me! Thanks for being yourself!
OMG I love The Secret Life of Walter Mitty!!!! One of my favorite go to movies
It’s the best!!!!!! 😁😁
much love to you through this time ❤ ignore the behavior and discussion police, you’re amazing!
Clorox 2 is made to safely bleach colored fabrics like clothing, towels & bedding 😊 I know this video is older (I just stumbled upon your channel today or yesterday & love it 😀 You’re beautiful, real & can tell you’re a great mama & you’re fun & relatable in your videos 😊 I hope if or whenever you read this comment you’re having a good day 😊 From one mama to another 🤗
Omg that's so weird I actually went to school with Midori. She's one of the sweetest kindest people I've met. I didn't know she wrote a book. I should look her up.
Crazy!!!! Not surprised that she’s the sweetest tho cause my best friend that she’s friends with is also the sweetest :)
I’m so proud of you! You go girl🎉
First video I’ve seen of yours.
I’m glad I found your channel!
Love your personality. It helped me get going today! Thank you! 😃
Excellent book!! I've been through two. copies. Read it about 25 years ago and refer to it often.
Adding a ½-1 cup of vinegar to the towels wash really helps deodorize. And try the pre-wash setting, it does the soaking so you don't have to.
I've never thought to go to the theater JUST for popcorn. Omg, genius. 😂
It gets better, just keep moving forward. Some days big steps some days just whatever you can do.
Use a full cup of baking soda and vinegar on your colored towels in the wash... maybe even a soak cycle. Also peroxide is a color safe bleach as long as you don't leave it sitting for a long time. I use all of these on regular rotation.
I really value when you talk about your thoughts and feelings. Hope you feel freer to do that going forward. I highly encourage you to talk about what's going...whether it's a tough day, divorce stuff, etc. Go for it, truly truly. I say this with lots of care and respect your privacy. Not implying everything be shared, don't feel stifled by some of those comments. Hugs
I understand how you feel. I feel this way too, often. YOU got this. You keep a really nice home. Excellent mom as well. :)
What a wonderful video! Very satisfying and you got a lot accomplished regardless of what you thought! I loved your snacks and supper movie night sharing! You are great Mom and keep up the good job!
Great job as always!
Give yourself grace! We all have days where we don’t have motivation or feel down in the dumps, kudos for doing anything- let alone filming it while you go!
Also it’s HEALTHY to talk about the struggles in our lives, it makes them more bearable so please ignore the people who complain!
Lastly- as far as your towels go, make life easy on yourself, stop washing them with fabric softener or dry sheets for a few cycles. They cause a film build up and ultimately trap odors in the fabrics and make them less absorbent. I know laundry stripping works but it also seems so time consuming lugging soaking wet towels to the dryer etc.
love your channel!
Thank you so much! I was in bed thinking about all I needed to do and came across your video and got out of bed. ❤
Thx for the realistic vid!! Sometimes it’s so so hard to motivate! I wash all my clothes incl bath towels w white vinegar in addition to regular detergent & find that removes any mustiness!
Inspiring video in several ways! Thank you.
Yeah girl !!! loved this vlog today , you are doing amazing!!! hope you enjoyed your film night and food, sending big hugs and lots of love from a single mom ( 1 daughter she's 21 ) who's 25yr marriage ended on 31st March 2020 and divorced now to , its been quite the ride xx 🥰🤗 xx
Hugs and prayers for you too!
You are fabulous! One day at a time, one step at a time. Yes. It is a cliche, but tomorrow brings fresh hope. Enjoy your dinner and movie! Do not ever let anyone steal your joy.
This video really helped me today. Thank you!
Omg I love you haha! So glad I found this video today.. new subscriber💓