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Today I cleaned my fridge

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BabySharkAteMyHamster · 20/12/2018 08:44

I'm feeling ridiculously pleased with myself.

I've been struggling really badly with my mental health recently. Everything has become a huge struggle.

But today, after waving ds off to school I went back to bed as usual. Then went into the kitchen to take my meds. Opened the fridge door and was hit by the usual smell and the cucumber stuck to the top shelf which ive bern ignoring for days.

And I thought, what the hell am I doing ?? This isnt fair. We shouldnt be living like this.

Took the whole lot out, binned 2carrier bags of rubbish, scrubbed it to within an inch of its life using bold washing powder as we have nothing in.

And nowvim sat with a brew. Going to do the bathroom next whilst on a roll.

This isnt a dramatic, naval gazing post but getting up and doing that has made me feel ridiculously good.

For any other fetid fridge owners on here putting off the inevitable I hope you see this and clean your fridge too.

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MinorProphet · 20/12/2018 08:45

I am so proud of you.

Bunnyhop1502 · 20/12/2018 08:47

Well done OP. Having clean surroundings can do wonders for your mood.

IHopeYouStepOnALegoPiece · 20/12/2018 08:48

Genuinely, that’s a really bloody ace thing you’ve done.

Sometimes what are seen as simple things to others are bloody impossible when your mental health sucks so the fact that you’ve done it is brilliant.

Enjoy your brew then enjoy the clean fridge and bathroom! x

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WereYouHareWhenIWasFox · 20/12/2018 08:53

I actually think that cleaning your fridge is the biggest job of all. Because it isn’t just mindless cleaning, it is actual organisation. I think it is the best start for a big declutter. And even if the declutter doesn’t start for ages, you still have a clean, organised fridge, which makes a huge difference to everyone in the household. Well done, it is a good job!

Redred2429 · 20/12/2018 08:55

Hi op I have been where you are well done !!! Honestly it's a big step !!

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BabySharkAteMyHamster · 20/12/2018 09:00

It is.
I bought some pears soap yesterday because the smell takes me back to my childhood. So im going to clean my bathroom then get a shower with my lovely soap.

Being careful not to go OTT because I know how easy to tip over into mania when things are like this. But I dont feel manic. Just feel like my dc deserve better.

Mess wise things arent too bad. Im not a buyer of stuff and im brutal about rubbish going straight in the bin as I know how easily things can mount up. But can't deny it's a long time since the house was clean.

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amusedbush · 20/12/2018 09:02

Well done OP. I've been having a terrible mental health slump and my flat was becoming a health hazard but over the weekend I cleaned my fridge, scrubbed the kitchen and cleaned the bathroom. I can't believe how much calmer I feel already.

SylviaAndSydney · 20/12/2018 09:04

Well done OP Xmas Smile

rupertpenryswife · 20/12/2018 09:04

Well done op, I can relate and I know how pleased you feel now.

Weenurse · 20/12/2018 09:11

Well done!
We have just celebrated youngest 21st.
Cleaned the house over a few weekends with jobs shared.
House has not been this clean and tidy for a long time.
Feels great

User5trillion · 20/12/2018 09:13

I am just about to do mine in prep for the big xmas shop. Must. Get. Off. Mumsnet!

Well done you op, baby steps and it will make you smile everytime you get the milk out.

tinofbeans · 20/12/2018 09:14

Well done OP! I'm trying to build up the energy to get off the sofa Blush

Ihopeyourcakeisshit · 20/12/2018 09:14

Glad you are feeling optimistic.
You have inspired me to clean my oven and oh dear God that is not going to be an easy task.
Minging doesn't even begin to describe it.😷

NancyDonahue · 20/12/2018 09:33

That's brilliant op. Try not to over do it. Maybe plan to do one 'big' task daily and see if any other little jobs follow on. My big hate is the shower but I find if I stick some music on and start with the sink, moving over to the shower doesn't seem like a big deal.

lilmishap · 20/12/2018 09:57

Inspired. I'm going to do mine today after reading this.

I have unidentified liquid in the bottom thats been lazily wiped, now the bits I missed have jellified in the corners and it stinks

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BabySharkAteMyHamster · 20/12/2018 10:28

Lilmishap.......I really recommend using bold Grin

I made a paste with it and soaked the shelves in it as I had nothing else to use. Its gleaming and cut tbrough it all so easily.

Only problem is I now have no washing powder 😂😂😂

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Deathraystare · 20/12/2018 11:50

I am bracing myself to clean the inside of the oven over Christmas and defrost the freezer. No other bugger does it (I flatshare) but two have left so less inconvenience for me.

longwayoff · 20/12/2018 11:50

Pleased for you OPXmas Smile

MarthaHanson · 20/12/2018 11:52

Go you OP! You deserve to feel really proud of yourself.

TinklyLittleLaugh · 20/12/2018 12:00

You need to give yourself a nice reward OP ; you've taken a very positive step.

cjt110 · 20/12/2018 12:05

@BabySharkAteMyHamster Well done - I have been there and what you have done is akin to climbed your Mountain today. I could burst with pride for you.

Now... all I want to do is clean out my fridge but I'm at work and I can't Sad

Knittedfairies · 20/12/2018 12:10

Well done OP. I cleaned mine last week, and must admit to opening the door once or twice to bask in the twinkly-ness of it....
Don’t go mad though...pace yourself, and enjoy your shower.

bobstersmum · 20/12/2018 12:14

It's amazing how much feeling a bit cleaner can do to improve mental health! I have spurts like this and it really does boost me

Well done op.

AdaColeman · 20/12/2018 12:22

That's excellent! Well done BabyShark, your sparkling fridge will cheer you up every day. Have a great Christmas! Xmas Grin

clary · 20/12/2018 12:25

Yay op, well done! I love cleaning the fridge, it is the most satisfying thing when all the nice food is back on clean shelves and it smells good again. You go for it 😁😁

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