Have you ever looked around your home and felt…blah? I certainly had. Given that my family member count is increasing on a regular basis (few humans, 3 kittens, 1 new puppy we got last week), I am always on the lookout for ways to make more space (and keep getting rid of the clutter).

I ended up reading Mary Kondo’s book on tidying up and realized that there was a formula to let go of things (even though you were connected with them once upon a time, like old books).

We should be choosing what we want to keep, not what we want to get rid of.

Marie Kondo's approach (though it’s debatable and you don’t have to follow everything) to tidying promised to infuse my spaces (and my life) with a sense of intention and delight. Here are big ideas from her book “The life-changing magic of tidying up” - actually this isn’t a summary, but a deep dive into her most important teaching, i.e. the Konmari method.

In The Life-Changing Manga of Tidying Up, Marie Kondo presents the fictional story of Chiaki, a young woman in Tokyo who struggles with a cluttered apartment, messy love life, and lack of direction. After receiving a complaint from her attractive next-door neighbour about the sad state of her balcony, Chiaki gets Kondo to take her on as a client. Through a series of entertaining and insightful lessons, Kondo helps Chiaki get her home - and life - in order.

The KonMari Method

The key to decluttering is feeling, not logic. Marie Kondo's KonMari Method isn't just about having a clean house. It's a philosophy of living mindfully. Instead of deciding what to get rid of, focus on what you want to keep.

Hold each item in your hands and ask: "Does this spark joy?"

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The KonMari Method, created by tidying guru Marie Kondo, is more than just a decluttering strategy; it's a philosophy for creating a joyful and harmonious living space. Here, we'll delve deeper into the core principles and practical steps to transform your home from a cluttered mess to a haven of happy possessions.

Choosing Joy Over Clutter