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These 5 Common Robot Vacuum Mistakes Are Sabotaging Your Pricey Home Helper

These 5 Common Robot Vacuum Mistakes Are Sabotaging Your Pricey Home Helper

It’s the classic story with so many appliances. Out of the box, your robot vacuum works great but over time, that peak performance degrades and a few months later, it starts underperforming so much you think it’s broken.  However, with robot vacuums, it’s very possible that your machine isn’t underperforming; you’re just unknowingly sabotaging it.  “A common misconception among consumers is that these devices are totally ‘set and forget,’ requiring zero upkeep once they start their rounds,” says Ryan Wu, the head of Narwal Americas, a global leader in robot vacuum manufacture. “Despite how sophisticated their automation has become, it’s important to give them a little TLC from time to time.”  Five common robot vacuum mistakes and how to correct them  The Spot+Scrub is the company’s first wet and dry robot vacuum but it comes with many of the features we expect from the top-tier models. Dyson There are a number of common mistakes that many robot vacuum owners make without realizing it, some of which can dramatically impact your bot’s ability to do its …

When the Family Helper Needs Help

When the Family Helper Needs Help

Are you the one everyone in your family turns to when there is a problem? If you answered yes, you know what it feels like to carry your family’s burdens and responsibilities on your shoulders. You are the one who remembers birthdays, organizes family gatherings, and steps in during a crisis. You are the glue that holds everyone together. But when you are overwhelmed or stressed, who is there for you? If the answer is no one, then you are the family helper. The family helper pattern is all too common, and most families have one. In Bowen family systems, this family member is called the “overfunctioner.” These are the people who take on more than their fair share of responsibility in their families, often at the expense of their own well-being. While being the “strong one” can feel like a badge of honor, it can also lead to burnout, frustration, and loneliness. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. In fact, many people who seek me out for therapy are the family overfunctioners. …