In essence, tidying ought to be the act of restoring balance among people, their possessions, and the house they live in.
MARIE KONDOIn essence, tidying ought to be the act of restoring balance among people, their possessions, and the house they live in.
MARIE KONDOStorage, after all, is the sacred act of choosing a home for my belongings.
MARIE KONDOFrom the moment you start tidying, you will be compelled to reset your life. As a result, your life will start to change.
MARIE KONDOJust because you dispose of something does not mean you give up past experiences or your identity.
MARIE KONDOPeople with large book collections are almost always diligent learners.
MARIE KONDOThere 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 KONDOMany people have equated my tidying method with minimalism, but it’s quite different.
MARIE KONDOEveryone needs a sanctuary.
MARIE KONDOA person’s awareness and perspective on his or her own lifestyle are far more important than any skill at sorting, storing, or whatever.
MARIE KONDOClutter has only two possible causes: too much effort is required to put things away or it is unclear where things belong.
MARIE KONDOThe lives of those who tidy thoroughly and completely, in a single shot, are without exception dramatically altered.
MARIE KONDOIf you are going to buy clothes, choose them with the intention of welcoming them into your home and caring for them.
MARIE KONDOTo throw away what you no longer need is neither wasteful nor shameful.
MARIE KONDOThe meaning of a photo lies in the excitement and joy you feel when taking it.
MARIE KONDONo matter how wonderful things used to be, we cannot live in the past. The joy and excitement we feel here and now are more important.
MARIE KONDOYour storage space is your private paradise, so personalize it to the fullest.
MARIE KONDO