Chroma comments on The True Rejection Challenge - Less Wrong

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Comment author: Chroma 28 June 2011 07:22:27AM 2 points [-]

Another benefit: Having a robo-vacuum on a schedule forces you to get in the habit of picking objects (papers, clothing) up off the floor.

But pets, smoking, and moldy clothes? Ick. A robot vacuum isn't going to put a dent in that.

pthalo: Think of your pets. They probably don't enjoy living in that environment. You owe it to them to make your home pleasant.

Comment author: taryneast 28 June 2011 03:15:59PM 1 point [-]

Another benefit: Having a robo-vacuum on a schedule forces you to get in the habit of picking objects (papers, clothing) up off the floor.

Yes - though I'll admit that I discovered the "floor mess" easily becomes "chair and table mess" without having to actually put the things away... Still - it's a step in the right direction. :)

Comment author: AdeleneDawner 29 June 2011 03:54:52PM 2 points [-]

"floor mess" easily becomes "chair and table mess" without having to actually put the things away...

Here is someone's solution to that problem. I haven't tried it, so I can't personally vouch for it, but it seems likely to work in most cases.

Comment author: taryneast 30 June 2011 08:06:32AM *  0 points [-]

Looks pretty awesome, actually. Quite a sensible progression, and looks like it would indeed be a good way of keeping up with the most important bits.

Though I must say, I have much more than just one laundry-basket of "stuff" to put away - and nowhere to put it away (only one cupboard in my little flat right now). When I get back to Australia and normal-sized apartments, I'll be able to keep up with that part, and will simply adapt it for now.

This related one seems good for sorting out mess: the taxonomy of mess

I wonder how frequently she goes through this progression, and how long it takes her. It sounds like it's her weekend schedule. Part of what puts me off housework is that there are so many other things I'd rather be doing... I know that's the same for everybody, but still.