Marie Kondo on celebration
Marie Kondo87 quotes“I believe that tidying is a celebration, a special send-off for those things that will be departing from the house, and therefore I dress accordingly.”
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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.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo 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.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo A joy-filled home is like your own personal art museum
Marie KondoMarie Kondo 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.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo If you live with your family, first clearly define separate storage spaces for each family member.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo The real tragedy is to live your entire life without anything that brings you joy and never even realize it.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo Letting go is even more important than adding.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo Believe what your heart tells you when you ask, Does this spark joy?
Marie KondoMarie Kondo Tidying your physical space allows you to tend to your psychological space.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo 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.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo A person’s awareness and perspective on his or her own lifestyle are far more important than any skill at sorting, storing, or whatever.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo It is only when you put your house in order that your furniture and decorations come to life.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo I begin my course with these words: Tidying is a special event. Don’t do it every day.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo Activity clutter comes from the things we do that take up precious time and sap our energy but don’t make a meaningful difference to our personal, professional, or even company’s mission.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo The essence of effective storage is this: designate a spot for every last thing you own.
Marie KondoMarie Kondo Being surrounded by things that bring joy makes you happy
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Vera WangVera Wang The party don’t stop, til the casket drop.
Lil' KimLil' Kim Party don’t stop. Only gets crazier when I touch down.
AkonAkon I think honestly when I was younger I use to love going to carnivals in Long Island. I use to love carnival season; I would drive to every town going to carnivals. That was definitely a favorite memory.
Melanie MartinezMelanie Martinez I don’t tolerate it. I don’t accept it. I fucking celebrate it – love is love.
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