I’m sure most of us have been scolded for not tidying up our rooms, but how many of our parents consciously taught us how to tidy as part of our upbringing?
MARIE KONDOTherefore, storage should reduce the effort needed to put things away, not the effort needed to get them out.
More Marie Kondo Quotes
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If you are going to buy clothes, choose them with the intention of welcoming them into your home and caring for them.
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The best method is to experiment and enjoy the process.
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Clutter is caused by a failure to return things to where they belong.
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Our parents demanded that we clean up our rooms, but they too, had never been trained in how to do that. When it comes to tidying, we are all self-taught.
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Never discard anything without saying thank you and good-bye.
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Storage, after all, is the sacred act of choosing a home for my belongings.
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If you use the right method and concentrate your efforts on eliminating clutter thoroughly and completely within a short span of time, you’ll see instant results that will empower you to keep your space in order after.
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When your room is clean and uncluttered, you have no choice but to examine your inner state.
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As for you, pour your time and passion into what brings you the most joy, your mission in life.
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A joy-filled home is like your own personal art museum
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There is no need to buy dividers or any other gadget. You can solve your storage problems with things you already have in the house. The most common item I use is an empty shoebox.
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You could say that tidying orders the mind while cleaning purifies it.
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Be sure to completely finish the first task before starting the next.
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Putting your house in order is the magic that creates a vibrant and happy life.
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Start with clothes, then move on to books, papers, komono (miscellany), and finally things with sentimental value.
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Being surrounded by things that bring joy makes you happy
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If you live with your family, first clearly define separate storage spaces for each family member.
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Just because you dispose of something does not mean you give up past experiences or your identity.
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Don’t you think it is unnatural for us to possess things that don’t bring us joy or things that we don’t really need?
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To truly cherish the things that are important to you, you must first discard those that have outlived their purpose. To throw away what you no longer need is neither wasteful nor shameful.
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Believe what your heart tells you when you ask, Does this spark joy?
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When deciding how to spend your time, remember: Don’t trade an activity you’d love to pursue for a reward you don’t value.
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The lives of those who tidy thoroughly and completely, in a single shot, are without exception dramatically altered.
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The meaning of a photo lies in the excitement and joy you feel when taking it.
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Your storage space is your private paradise, so personalize it to the fullest.
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Tidying is the act of confronting yourself.
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