Woman Shows Her House After 6 Months Without a Helper, Mzansi Curious

• A Mzansi woman inspired netizens by showcasing her clean home after choosing to manage without a helper
• Her video resonated deeply with viewers and sparked a broader conversation in Mzansi about having helpers
• The comments praised her discipline and shared their own experiences, discussing issues like trusting helpers

South Africans were inspired by a woman's TikTok video showcasing her clean and peaceful home, managed without a helper for six months. The video ignited conversations about the challenges and benefits of independent household management.

A South African woman has left netizens inspired and curious with a video of her peaceful and clean home, six months after deciding to manage without a helper. In a video that quickly gained traction, she shared that she is now living peacefully without a helper and that she is even able to keep it clean.

The video, posted by TikTok user @slaypastorswife, features various areas of her house, each room showing how clean it is. The visual journey through her tidy rooms and perfectly organised spaces has resonated deeply with viewers.

Mzansi opens up about house helpers

TikTok users flooded the comments section with praise, many commending the woman for her discipline and honesty. Her video sparked a wider conversation about the realities of running a household without a helper. Several netizens opened up about the challenges they face, with some expressing concerns about trusting strangers in their homes.

On the flip side, many shared how they have found peace and independence by doing things themselves. Some spoke about budgeting wins, better control over their homes, and even a sense of pride in handling chores solo.

Others offered tips on how they manage their spaces effectively without extra help. The video ultimately became a space where people shared both their struggles and solutions, painting a full picture of what life without a house helper looks like in different homes.

Mzansi reacts to the video

Nelly Duma said:

"You save electricity, food and water, you will be rich 3x waze wazisiza."

Vee Adonis wrote:

"1 year 6 months now, it’s a lot of work, but I'm happier in my house"

UShandu Omuhle added:

"I’m heavily pregnant, but I refuse to have a helper. 💯💯💯"

Shlo MaK Lebyane added:

"If it wasn't for ironing, I'd also ditch helpers. I dislike ironing with a passion. 😒"

Mmabatho shared:

"The aura they bring into our homes yoh... I found the best after years of struggling, when she's not around, I do everything myself, I don't even attempt to hire someone."

AHU Soap wrote:

"Yoh, I don't think I can cope without a helper. I put the blame on my mother; she did not do a good job training me (I'm 40+ years old). 😂"

Balissimo B said:

"Just started this new journey, it's hard for now, but there's peace."

Michelle Moreana added:

"Mine is leaving on the 16th, I am counting down this week; it better go fast, I can't take it anymore. 😭"

Monica said:

"Survival tips, please, mine went to Lesotho for a week... I don’t know how to carry on with life. 😭😭😭"

Gcobisa 🇿🇦 RSA added:

"Very liberating, I feel the same too. 😌"

Lerato327 said:

"Yoh, I’m also tired now, honestly, I’m just waiting for winter to pass, then I’ll take my 2-year-old to creche and find someone to come twice a week."

Watch the TikTok video below:

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Source: Briefly News