The Marie Kondo, or KonMari, Method is a popular way to keep your house clean and tidy by focusing on decluttering and organizing with intention. Here’s how you can use this technique to create a joyful and orderly home:
1. Tidy by Category, Not by Room
Instead of cleaning one room at a time, gather all items in one category together. For example, collect all your clothes from closets, drawers, and storage in one place. This helps you see everything you own in that category, making it easier to decide what to keep and what to let go.
2. Decide What Sparks Joy
Pick up each item and ask yourself, “Does this spark joy?” If it makes you happy or serves a meaningful purpose, keep it. If not, thank the item for its service and then discard it. This mindset helps you keep only things that truly matter to you, reducing clutter.
3. Follow a Specific Order
Marie Kondo suggests tidying in this order:
- Clothes
- Books
- Papers
- Komono (miscellaneous items like kitchen tools, gadgets)
- Sentimental items (photos, mementos) last, since they are hardest to part with.
4. Commit to Tidying All at Once
Rather than tidying a little bit every day, the KonMari Method encourages tidying your entire category at once. This “special event” approach helps prevent slipping back into cluttered habits and makes the process more effective.
5. Organize What You Keep Thoughtfully
After discarding, organize your belongings so everything has a clear place. Marie Kondo recommends folding clothes into small rectangles that can stand upright, so you can see everything at a glance. Store items in a way that makes them easy to find and put away.
6. Visualize Your Ideal Lifestyle
Before you start, imagine the kind of life you want to live and how a tidy home fits into that vision. This helps motivate you to let go of unnecessary items and create a space that supports your goals and happiness.
By following these steps, the KonMari Method helps you create a home filled only with things that bring you joy and meaning. This not only makes cleaning easier but also brings a sense of peace and order to your daily life.
“Life truly begins only after you have put your house in order.” – Marie Kondo
This method is about more than just tidying; it’s about changing your relationship with your belongings and creating a home that supports your best life
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