We may think that we have stored things to suit our behavior, but usually we have unconsciously adjusted our actions to match where things are stored.
MARIE KONDOWe may think that we have stored things to suit our behavior, but usually we have unconsciously adjusted our actions to match where things are stored.
MARIE KONDOAll you need to do is take the time to sit down and examine each item you own, decide whether you want to keep or discard it, and then choose where to put what you keep.
MARIE KONDOIt is only when you put your house in order that your furniture and decorations come to life.
MARIE KONDOTaking good care of your things leads to taking good care of yourself.
MARIE KONDOThe essence of effective storage is this: designate a spot for every last thing you own.
MARIE KONDODon’t forget that the god of tidying up is always on your side as long as you are committed to getting it done.
MARIE KONDOLetting go is even more important than adding.
MARIE KONDODon’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?
MARIE KONDOThe lives of those who tidy thoroughly and completely, in a single shot, are without exception dramatically altered.
MARIE KONDOTo throw away what you no longer need is neither wasteful nor shameful.
MARIE KONDOTidy a little a day and you’ll be tidying forever.
MARIE KONDOCaring for your possessions is the best way to motivate them to support you, their owner.
MARIE KONDOTidying your physical space allows you to tend to your psychological space.
MARIE KONDOMany people have equated my tidying method with minimalism, but it’s quite different.
MARIE KONDOEven if we remain unaware of it, our belongings really work hard for us, carrying out their respective roles each day to support our lives.
MARIE KONDOIf 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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