The inside of a house or apartment after decluttering has much in common with a Shinto shrine... a place where there are no unnecessary things, and our thoughts become clear. — 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 Image
“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 Image
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 Image
I'd like to tidy up the entire planet. I would go anywhere if there were something that needs tidying. — Marie Kondo Copy Share Image
“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 Image
“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 Image
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 Image
“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 Image
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 Image
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 Image
