From Lunar New Year until now, my cleaning auntie has been unavailable, so I’ve had to handle all the housework myself. While I lack patience for dusting windows and furniture, I’ve become quite skilled at mopping floors.
Mopping used to be a headache – requiring multiple attempts without achieving real cleanliness, likely due to weak arm strength. Later, I observed how effortlessly the auntie cleaned, especially on the balcony. My balcony hosts numerous large flowerpots with narrow gaps. Improper watering leaves mud stains on pots, plus scattered fallen leaves. Balcony cleaning proves particularly troublesome.
Though the auntie made it look easy, her secret lay in patience and physical strength developed through years of labor. Crucially, she confronted dirt directly: after sweeping, she’d scrub vigorously with a mop and conscientiously rinse it. My old method involved dumping buckets of water mixed with chemical cleaners, then desperately sweeping to wash away dirt. This wasted water and energy, only to require extra rinsing to remove chemical residues. The auntie simply swept once, then focused on scrubbing dirty areas thoroughly – saving water, time, and achieving better results.
Key lessons: Target problem areas meticulously, clean every corner, and maintain a clean mop. My previous scatterbrained approach wasted resources without effectiveness.
Now, I mop balconies effortlessly. To clean mops effectively, I use minimal 75-degree hot water instead of chemicals. Hot water sanitizes while mopping, requiring just two passes for spotless results. Bonus: moist weather accelerates drying. Never skip corners!
While mopping, I recalled moxibustion therapy. Both require focused effort – random application yields poor results. Proper “dosage” matters: I prefer creating blisters during moxibustion, as they directly expel dampness locally. Letting pathogens exit through bodily waste forces lengthy internal processes. Pus-producing moxibustion earns respect by confronting blockages directly, despite temporary pain. Enduring brief intensity prevents prolonged suffering.
Clean floors bring mental clarity; similarly, unobstructed bodies feel light and free.
Yesterday, a friend called demanding: “I refuse moxibustion or warm supplements – just fix my cold hands/feet!” I was annoyed – did she expect miracles without energy investment? My answer: “Impossible.”
There are no shortcuts. Health reflects personal commitment. Our bodies never lie – they mirror the care we invest.
Never rely on others – empowerment comes from self-reliance!