Posts Tagged Decluttering

Marie Kondo’s method of organizing your home aligns closely with the minimalist lifestyle. I’ve written a lot of in-depth articles with step-by-step instructions on her techniques, so I’ve pulled together this guide to help you navigate her best advice and practically apply it in your everyday life. If you’re looking to tidy your home, adopt a minimalist-inspired lifestyle, or seek more fulfillment in your life, the KonMari method is a great place to start.

I never truly realized how valuable simple gratitude could be until I read Marie Kondo’s work. Thanking our belongings is not something most of us do often, but I’ve seen it help a great many people in their minimalist journeys.

Marie Kondo has helped millions of people decide what to keep while tidying by way of her signature KonMari method. What makes her tidying method different from most is that she focuses on what to keep as opposed to what to discard — a tried-and-true strategy that can be tweaked to work for just about anyone.

Tidying in the right order is perhaps one of the most characteristic aspects of Marie Kondo’s methods. The success of the KonMari method lies in following the correct order when decluttering. This means tidying up clothes, followed by books, papers, komono (miscellaneous items), and, finally, sentimental items.

Over the years, I’ve found that Marie Kondo’s step-by-step guide can be of great help to decluttering and organizing your home. There may be a lot of tips out there on how to do it the most effectively but knowing where to start and picking out the most helpful guidelines can be daunting. If you’re uncertain of the steps you should follow, you’ve come to the right place. Below is a detailed set of steps to help you declutter like Marie.