Do a Five-Minute Reset Before You Leave a Room

Before walking out, do a quick sweep: trash in the bin, dishes to the sink, blankets folded, surfaces cleared. It doesn't need to be perfect — just better than you found it. This tiny ritual prevents mess from compounding. One room left untouched after use leads to two, then three, and suddenly your entire Saturday is spent cleaning.

Five minutes of maintenance beats two hours of recovery. Make it automatic, like turning off the lights.