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Who doesn’t have an old-fashioned broom at home, or maybe even an electric and more technological version? This object is a must in every home’s closet and is taken out when it’s time to remove dust and dirt from the floor. However, in some places it is believed that it is better not to sweep: it seems that it is strongly discouraged to do it in the evening. Let’s see why.
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If household chores are mostly done during the day, this may not be the case for some: you don’t always have time to clean the house during the day, so you have to do it late at night, just when you should go to sleep.
Sweeping is, just like washing up, one of the activities that take place on a daily basis. However, it seems to be better not to use the broom in the evening.
A clean and tidy home is a general need, so using the broom every day is quite essential to avoid finding corners and floors full of dust, food debris or others. As mentioned, it may not be possible during the day and some decide to do it in the evening, taking advantage of the free time available to take care of the house.
This is not a problem, provided that no excessive noise is made and common indications are respected. But why shouldn’t sweeping be done at night?
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In some parts of the world, it is preferable to do this household activity during the day for a rather curious reason related to superstitions. Sweeping at night is said to bring bad luck and attract evil spirits.
These beliefs are very old and come from countries such as India, where this is believed to promote negativity in one’s life, and West Africa, where using the broom at night is said to drive away loved ones who are no longer there.
In any case, the reasons are not limited to superstitions, but range to health-related issues. So let’s look at the more practical reasons, which go beyond what is commonly believed.
In addition to making noise and risking disturbing neighbors, according to people with asthma or allergies, sweeping towards the evening hours and, in particular, those who are close to sleep, worsen the quality of rest. This is because the action of the broom releases dust into the air, which can be very annoying.
Whether you’re superstitious or not, you might also prefer to limit your evening cleaning by doing it during the day.
What time do you usually use the broom?
2023-07-15 12:49:57
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