The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying: A simple, effective way to banish clutter forever
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The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying: A simple, effective way to banish clutter forever
There’s a lot more in the book, but the central commandment is to apply the joy test to every item you own, right down to the post-its on your bulletin board.
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The tidying process thus represents a huge turning point in a person’s life. So seriously consider the ideal lifestyle to which you aspire.
Marie Kondo • Spark Joy: An Illustrated Guide to the Japanese Art of Tidying
Effective tidying involves only two essential actions: discarding and deciding where to store things. Of the two, discarding must come first.
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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.