The purpose of a letter is fulfilled the moment it is received.
MARIE KONDOStart with clothes, then move on to books, papers, komono (miscellany), and finally things with sentimental value.
More Marie Kondo Quotes
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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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To quietly work away at disposing of your own excess is actually the best way of dealing with a family that doesn’t tidy.
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The essence of effective storage is this: designate a spot for every last thing you own.
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If you have reduced your possessions but feel no joy at home, try gathering selected items that you really love in one spot to create your own special space.
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I recommend you dispose of anything that does not fall into one of three categories: currently in use, needed for a limited period of time, or must be kept indefinitely.
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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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The meaning of a photo lies in the excitement and joy you feel when taking it.
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Don’t forget that the god of tidying up is always on your side as long as you are committed to getting it done.
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Tidying is just a tool, not the final destination. The true goal should be to establish the lifestyle you want most once your house has been put in order.
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But when we really delve into the reasons for why we can’t let something go, there are only two: an attachment to the past or a fear for the future.
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Clutter is caused by a failure to return things to where they belong.
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Discard first, store later.
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It’s far more important to adorn your home with the things you love than to keep it so bare it lacks anything that brings you joy.
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Believe what your heart tells you when you ask, Does this spark joy?
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Storage, after all, is the sacred act of choosing a home for my belongings.
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