1. It is very hard for me to get motivated to do any cleaning. I'm sure this relates to my depression, as on some days it's hard to get motivated to do anything at all. I just try to use positive self talk and remind myself that I don't want to become my mother, and that is usually enough to get me going enough to at least wipe down the bathroom, or do some dishes, sweep, etc. But I end up feeling defeated, even if I do get a few things done, because it never feels like enough, and the work to be done is endless.