Warranties are only used once a year if at all. What point is there in carefully sorting and separating them when the odds that they will be needed are so low?
MARIE KONDOWarranties are only used once a year if at all. What point is there in carefully sorting and separating them when the odds that they will be needed are so low?
MARIE KONDOThrough the process of selecting only those things that inspire joy, you can identify precisely what you love and what you need.
MARIE KONDOTidying is the act of confronting yourself.
MARIE KONDOFollow your intuition and all will be well.
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 KONDOClutter has only two possible causes: too much effort is required to put things away or it is unclear where things belong.
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 KONDOWhen your room is clean and uncluttered, you have no choice but to examine your inner state.
MARIE KONDOThe essence of effective storage is this: designate a spot for every last thing you own.
MARIE KONDOStart with clothes, then move on to books, papers, komono (miscellany), and finally things with sentimental value.
MARIE KONDOThe true purpose of a present is to be received.
MARIE KONDOPeople who can’t stay tidy can be categorized into just three types: ‘the can’t throw it away type’, ‘the can’t put it back type’, and ‘the first-two-combined’ type.
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.
MARIE KONDOAs for you, pour your time and passion into what brings you the most joy, your mission in life.
MARIE KONDOI have yet to see a house that lacked sufficient storage. The real problem is that we have far more than we need or want.
MARIE KONDOThe best method is to experiment and enjoy the process.
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