Marie Kondo quotes

Marie Kondo is a Japanese organizing consultant, author, and businesswoman, renowned for her KonMari method of tidying and decluttering. Her innovative approach inspires people worldwide to simplify their living spaces and find joy in organization. She continues to influence millions through her books, media appearances, and organizational philosophy. Here are 24 of her quotes:

People cannot change their tidying habits without first changing their way of thinking. (Marie Kondo)
The best way to find out what we really need is to get rid of what we don't. Quests to faraway places or shopping sprees are no longer necessary. All you have to do is eliminate what you don't need by confronting each of your possessions properly. View quote
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The objective of cleaning is not just to clean, but to feel happiness living within that environment. View quote
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Keep only those things that speak to your heart. Then take the plunge and discard all the rest. By doing this, you can reset your life and embark on a new lifestyle. View quote
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Attachment to the past and fears concerning the future not only govern the way you select the things you own but also represent the criteria by which you make choices in every aspect of your life, including your relationships with people and your job. View quote
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Effective tidying involves only three essential actions. All you need to do is take the time to examine every item you own, decide whether or not you want to keep it, then choose where to put what you keep. Designate a place for each thing. View quote
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It's human nature to take the easy route and leap at storage methods that promise quick and convenient ways to remove visible clutter. Putting things away creates the illusion that the clutter problem has been solved. But sooner or later, all the storage units are full, and the room once again overflows with things. View quote
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The process of facing and selecting our possessions can be quite painful. It forces us to confront our imperfections and inadequacies and the foolish choices we made in the past. View quote
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Once you learn to choose your belongings properly, you will be left with only the amount that fits perfectly in the space you own. View quote
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It's important to understand your ownership pattern because it is an expression of the values that guide your life. The question of what you want to own is actually the question of how you want to live your life. View quote
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I'd like to tidy up the entire planet. I would go anywhere if there were something that needs tidying. (Marie Kondo)
In my case, my size is so small that if I want it but don't buy it, I might miss the opportunity. View quote
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I will only purchase what fits me. If I want to lose weight, I do that first and then go shopping. View quote
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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 'clothes today, books tomorrow.' View quote
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Changing lifestyle habits acquired over many years is often extremely difficult. View quote
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Being packed all the time, even when not in use, must feel something like going to bed on an empty stomach. View quote
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My head was full of tidying tips, and I had complete, albeit misguided, confidence that I could tidy any place. View quote
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There's no need to let your family know the details of what you throw out or donate. You can leave communal spaces to the end. The first step is to confront your own stuff. View quote
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For kids, it's best to teach them how to fold their clothes first. Kids will be able to fold their clothes at about three years old. You don't want to teach them how to put away toys first because it's difficult. Clothes are something kids wear every day, so it's easy for them to have a sense about their belongings. View quote
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About tidying up a toy box, you should let your kids experience the selection process by touching all of their toys. It's also important how they throw away their toys. They can earn a stronger sense of valuing things when they throw things away with respect and appreciation. View quote
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It's going to be labor-intensive and time-consuming, but you need to take all the books down and put them on the floor. Take them down and spread them in one area. Physically pick each book up, one by one. If the book inspires you, keep it. If not, it goes out. That's the standard by which you decide. (Marie Kondo)
I used to clean my brother and sister's rooms. And I would go to friends' houses and clean their rooms, too. View quote
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If you fold your clothes in the formal spark of joy, you can actually make the joy last longer. View quote
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I had been so focused on what to discard, on attacking the unwanted obstacles around me, that I had forgotten to cherish the things that I loved, the things I wanted to keep. View quote
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Marie Kondo

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Photo: RISE, CC BY 2.0
Occupation: Japanese Businesswoman
Born: October 9, 1984
Quotes count: 24