Clutter also adversely affects health. According to a study by scientists at UCLA, being surrounded by too many things increases cortisol levels, a primary stress hormone.
MARIE KONDOAs for you, pour your time and passion into what brings you the most joy, your mission in life.
More Marie Kondo Quotes
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Putting your house in order is the magic that creates a vibrant and happy life.
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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?
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The essence of effective storage is this: designate a spot for every last thing you own.
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Although we can get to know ourselves better by sitting down and analyzing our characteristics or by listening to others’ perspectives on us, I believe that tidying is the best way.
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Never discard anything without saying thank you and good-bye.
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Only you can know what kind of environment makes you feel happy.
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Tidying orders and relaxes the mind.
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Be sure to completely finish the first task before starting the next.
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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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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.
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I have yet to see a house that lacked sufficient storage. The real problem is that we have far more than we need or want.
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We live in this moment. Who you are now is more important than memories of your past. Be good to yourself.
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Your real life begins after putting your house in order.
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From the moment you start tidying, you will be compelled to reset your life. As a result, your life will start to change.
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A person’s awareness and perspective on his or her own lifestyle are far more important than any skill at sorting, storing, or whatever.
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