You thought your house was spotless, and yet… surprise! A cockroach crosses your path in the kitchen or invites itself into the bathroom. And then another, and another. But why do these unwanted creatures take up residence in your home? Is it simply a matter of hygiene, or is there something else to understand behind their presence?
A little helpful clarification : it’s not always what you think. Here are the most common causes and ways to quickly regain a healthy and peaceful home.
My house is clean, so why do I have cockroaches?
This is a question everyone is asking. Good news: having cockroaches in your home doesn’t necessarily mean your house is dirty. In fact, these insects are attracted to several factors:
- Humidity : They love humid places like the kitchen, bathroom or laundry room.
- Heat : They love high temperatures, especially in summer.
- Hiding places : cracks, nooks, low furniture, baseboards… a real ideal place to take shelter.
- Crumbs or leftover food , even tiny ones, can be enough to attract them.
In short, even a well-maintained house can attract them… if they find something to survive and reproduce in.
A surprising symbolism: what if it was a message?
In some spiritual traditions or symbolic approaches, the appearance of cockroaches in the house is not just a material concern. It can be interpreted as a reflection of an emotional imbalance , a need for renewal or an excess of disorder (in the broad sense).
According to these beliefs, cockroaches symbolize a need for internal « cleansing, » both physical and mental. This can be an opportunity to sort things out, clarify your thoughts, and restore a more fluid energy to your living space.
Of course, this is no substitute for a good cleaning , but sometimes it’s time to reorganize your lifestyle too.
The signs that don’t lie
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