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.
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.
More Marie Kondo Quotes
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To truly cherish the things that are important to you, you must first discard those that have outlived their purpose. To throw away what you no longer need is neither wasteful nor shameful.
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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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I begin my course with these words: Tidying is a special event. Don’t do it every day.
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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 question of what you want to own is actually the question of how you want to live your life.
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If you live with your family, first clearly define separate storage spaces for each family member.
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Keep only those things that speak to your heart. Then take the plunge and discard all the rest. By doing this, you can reset your life and embark on a new lifestyle.
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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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The meaning of a photo lies in the excitement and joy you feel when taking it.
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The lives of those who tidy thoroughly and completely, in a single shot, are without exception dramatically altered.
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If you want to meet a beautiful home that is just right for you, take good care of the one you live in now.
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Only you can know what kind of environment makes you feel happy.
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Your past will become a weight that holds you back and keeps you from living in the here and now. To put things in order means to put your past in order, too.
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The real tragedy is to live your entire life without anything that brings you joy and never even realize it.
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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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