It's human nature to take the easy route and leap at storage methods that promise quick and convenient ways to remove visible clutter. Putting things away creates the illusion that the clutter problem has been solved. But sooner or later,… — Marie Kondo Copy Share Image
I had been so focused on what to discard, on attacking the unwanted obstacles around me, that I had forgotten to cherish the things… — Marie Kondo Copy Share
“If you tidy your house all at once, you’ll rebound. It’s better to make it a habit to do a little at a time.” — Marie Kondō Copy Share
Being packed all the time, even when not in use, must feel something like going to bed on an empty stomach. — Marie Kondo Copy Share
I'd like to tidy up the entire planet. I would go anywhere if there were something that needs tidying. — Marie Kondo Copy Share
“By handling each sentimental item and deciding what to discard, you process your past. If you just stow these things away in a drawer… — Marie Kondō Copy Share
“The space in which we live should be for the person we are becoming now. Not for the person we were in the past.” — Marie Kondō Copy Share
I recommend tidying by category, not by place. For example, instead of deciding that today you'll tidy a particular room, set goals such as… — Marie Kondo Copy Share
“By acknowledging their contribution and letting them go with gratitude, you will be able to truly put the things you own, and your life,… — Marie Kondō Copy Share
Keep only those things that speak to your heart. Then take the plunge and discard all the rest. By doing this, you can reset… — Marie Kondo Copy Share
Once you learn to choose your belongings properly, you will be left with only the amount that fits perfectly in the space you own. — Marie Kondo Copy Share
I had a slight hope the phrase 'spark joy' might become popular, as it was the keyword that I wanted to put forward in… — Marie Kondo Copy Share
“The recent trend in Japan is to utilize time in the early morning to take seminars.” — Marie Kondō Copy Share
