Spark Joy: An Illustrated Guide to the Japanese Art of Tidying
To summarize, the secret of success is to tidy in one shot, as quickly and completely as possible, and to start by discarding.
Marie Kondō • The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing
When you come across something that you cannot part with, think carefully about its true purpose in your life. You’ll be surprised at how many of the things you possess have already fulfilled their role. By acknowledging their contribution and letting them go with gratitude, you will be able to truly put the things you own, and your life, in order.
Marie Kondō • The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing
When you think about your future, is it worth keeping mementos of things that you would otherwise forget? We live in the present. No matter how wonderful things used to be, we cannot live in the past. The joy and excitement we feel here and now are more important.
Marie Kondō • The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing
SORT BY CATEGORY, in the correct order, and keep only those things that inspire joy. Do this thoroughly and quickly, all in one go.