00:00Not all household chores are created equal. Some are genuinely hated, while others barely register on the stress scale.
00:08Surveys in the UK reveal that cleaning the bathroom, ironing and vacuuming rank as the nation's most unpopular tasks.
00:15These jobs often involve time-consuming effort, awkward positions or unpleasant smells, which combine to make them feel like a real drag.
00:24Meanwhile, chores like making the bed, putting away laundry or loading the dishwasher are seen as easier and even satisfying because the results are immediate.
00:33Psychologists note that people's feelings about chores are influenced by both effort and perception of impact, a task that feels endless or futile will always rank low on enjoyment.
00:43Families have developed coping strategies to get through the weekly grind, such as splitting tasks, creating routines or turning chores into mini-challenges.
00:53Even the most disliked jobs become easier when approached with a plan and a little creativity.
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