8 habits that irritate everyone: what to do if family members annoy you

The first place among irritating factors in the house are the habits of your family members, which we can't seem to get used to. We'll analyze them in detail and offer several compromising solutions. Perhaps these will help you make life in the family peaceful and harmonious.

Throwing clothes around

Probably, this habit of family members is the most common. Items you've assigned specific places and a clear order on shelves in the closet, from time to time are either dumped in a heap or placed somewhere else entirely.

Naturally, the family members have a completely different opinion on this matter.

What to do?

Dedicate a space in the house where your loved one can drop their clothes without embarrassment. The best option is to have a separate wardrobe, where all his things go: from broken computer cases and old skis to jeans and boots. If the apartment is small, a separate cabinet or shelves hidden behind a solid facade or fabric curtains would work.

Leaving puddles in the bathroom

Not everyone understands that when taking a shower, one should not only pull the curtain but also make sure it's inside the bathtub. The result is eternal puddles on the floor and wet socks or slippers.

WHAT TO DO?

You can try laying down a microfiber or bamboo mat: it quickly absorbs moisture and then dries instantly. But the most reliable solution is to install a stationary glass partition instead of a movable curtain.

Being critical

Why do you not eat meat, do not visit your grandmother every weekend, since she is probably bored, sing too loudly in the shower or listen to your "terrible" music — in such moments you want to become the last person on Earth.

WHAT TO DO?

Your food preferences and relationships with other relatives only concern you, but it's better to sing in the shower when no one is in the apartment — maybe your opinion of your wonderful voice is slightly exaggerated. As for music, headphones are an option.

If headphones aren't for you, we recommend a new product — the Wireless Neckband Speaker Bose SoundWear Companion with directional sound: you can simultaneously communicate with others and enjoy your favorite music, audible only to you.

Leaving chaos after cooking

A big plus if someone in the family loves to cook and does it well — it's always pleasant when you come home to a delicious and creative dinner. If the idea of washing dishes afterward doesn't scare you, it sometimes seems impossible to clean up the aftermath of a culinary process: oil splatters on the kitchen apron and stove, dried sauce stains on the countertop, and at least two pans, a pot, and a baking dish!

WHAT TO DO?

You can grumble or eat out, but there's a big risk of getting into a big fight or spending too much money. Alternatively, buy a dishwasher with an expanded loading zone that can accommodate a baking dish and a pot with three pans. As for the kitchen apron, it should be cleaned thoroughly once a week — there are many effective and safe cleaning products available in stores.

Avoiding cleaning

It really annoys the naive dream of family members that cleanliness in the house is maintained by itself.

WHAT TO DO?

If assigning responsibilities doesn't lead to anything, there's a simple solution — allocate funds from the budget for a housekeeper. It’s expensive but peace of mind is worth more.

Suffering from Pulyanin's syndrome

Excessive thriftiness is more often suffered by members of the older generation who believe that any unnecessary item will come in handy in the future. Explaining that tea can be drunk and relaxation enjoyed on the balcony, and the cottage is not a storage for old things — doesn't always work.

WHAT TO DO?

Perhaps you will succeed in convincing thrifty family members to move everything to a personal storage — there are many companies offering storage services now.

If it’s not possible to part with items — look into functional storage ideas in small apartments: maybe a storage under the bed or a niche in a corner — your choice.

Watching TV too loudly

After a long day, you want to gather your thoughts, sit in silence, and read a book. But not here! The husband has an international match at that time, and the deaf grandfather wants to be up-to-date with all global news.

WHAT TO DO?

Thankfully, football matches aren't broadcast every day! If there are several rooms in the apartment — you can isolate yourself in one of them, the furthest one, or go to the park and read a book there. With the deaf grandfather, it's trickier. The most reliable option is to buy headphones, better yet wireless ones so you're not restricted in moving around the apartment. You’re sure that the model Bose worn by Vladimir Putin will not be refused by the grandfather — Quiet Comfort 35 II.

Not turning off lights and not unplugging devices from outlets

This habit of family members can lead not only to higher electricity bills but also to a fire hazard.

WHAT TO DO?

Install motion sensors or a full "Smart Home" system that allows remote disconnection of outlets via smartphone or computer.

Conclusion

Whether to fight or not to fight the habits of family members is up to each person. The most important thing is that, despite harmful habits, the family remains a place of unity for imperfect but close people.