It’s surprising that I’ve gotten more than a month into Saturday Habits without a cleaning habit!
The kitchen sink is a powerful representation of a household. A sink full of dirty dishes tends to reflect the rest of the house. Placing dirty dishes in the sink “to soak overnight” often represents a lack of discipline; don’t ask me how I know that.
Conversely, a clean kitchen sink tends to lead to better order throughout the home. And coming into the kitchen to make breakfast in the morning is a more fulfilling, empowering experience when the room is neat and ready for the new day.
This is such a powerful technique that popular home organization site FlyLady lists it as the top priority for someone who is starting to clean up the clutter in their home. It’s a simple task, but it creates a real sense of accomplishment.