10 Amazing Tips from Tidying Up with Marie Kondo

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    If you want to get your life in order, you definitely have to start watching this show. For this list, we’re looking at the most useful tips from this Netflix show. Our list includes Organize Items By Size, Pile Things Up, Thank Your Home, Give Every Item A Home, Use Clear Boxes, and more! Join MsMojo as we count down our picks for the Top 10 Organization Tips We Learned on Tidying Up With Marie Kondo.
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    10. The KonMari Method Essentials
    9. Organize Items By Size
    8. Store Items Based on Frequency of Use
    7. It Will Get Worse Before It Gets Better
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    4. Give Every Item A Home
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  • @MsMojo
    @MsMojo  5 років тому +88

    Find out more about Marie Kondo's KonMari method here: ua-cam.com/video/XCL481g9fyI/v-deo.html

    • @leftertiberiuvlad
      @leftertiberiuvlad 4 роки тому

      This was great, I have been researching "where do i start organizing?" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Ponrooklyn Xeyichael Secret - (just google it )?
      It is a great exclusive product for discovering how to declutter and keep your house tidy minus the hard work. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbour got cool results with it.

    • @LyubomirLalovMulti
      @LyubomirLalovMulti 4 роки тому

      Kudos for the Video clip! Forgive me for butting in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you heard about - Mahorrla Control Clutter Method (do a google search)? It is a great one off guide for decluttering your home without the hard work. Ive heard some interesting things about it and my mate after a lifetime of fighting got astronomical success with it.

    • @paulrichard4945
      @paulrichard4945 3 роки тому

      Great video content! Excuse me for the intrusion, I would love your opinion. Have you heard the talk about - Mahorrla Control Clutter Method (erm, check it on google should be there)? It is an awesome one off guide for decluttering your home without the normal expense. Ive heard some awesome things about it and my mate at last got astronomical results with it.

  • @starrynightfall00
    @starrynightfall00 5 років тому +2541

    In other cleaning shows, they look for extreme hoarders and slobs and they try to coax out drama to get views, but Marie Kondo's show is relaxing and is about helping everyday people. I like that.

    • @ltraina3353
      @ltraina3353 5 років тому +50

      Starry Night good point! I’ve always thought it would be nice if the other shows actually presented practical information to viewers, but apparently most reality shows would rather cater to people who like conflict and drama!
      I didn’t finish Marie’s book bc there is too much about her method that doesn’t work for me. But I appreciate your comment bc I will give her show a try, and maybe find some things that do work for me!

    • @holiday991
      @holiday991 5 років тому +35

      @@ltraina3353 I didn't use a lot of her methods either, I just used what works in my life for example I hang all my shirts instead of put them in doors, personally the thing I took away from it is the more storage you have the less you appriciate the stuff you have because its hidden away in doors and a lot of the time people forget about it. That is just my opinion, so just take away from the book what can help you in your life because Marie is from a different culture. I do admit as I let things go I thanked them for the memories it made me feel better.

    • @pinokosthewife
      @pinokosthewife 4 роки тому +9

      I think that coaxing out drama thing is an aspect of a lot of reality shows geared to Americans--I don't know if it's gotten better or worse over the years, but it does seem to be how a lot of those shows advertised and rakedu p views. ^^;;; Probably why things like chef Ramsay curses waaaay more on American shows, etc.

    • @LnzMQ
      @LnzMQ 4 роки тому +17

      I also love how she never makes people feel shamed for where they are at, and rather sees the mess and the potential it can become!

    • @MargaritaMagdalena
      @MargaritaMagdalena 3 роки тому +6

      People with bad mess deserve help too

  • @ellensue2377
    @ellensue2377 5 років тому +5362

    I threw out my boyfriend because he no longer sparked joy,

    • @pocketsizedchaos
      @pocketsizedchaos 5 років тому +109

      Good on you!

    • @regandouglas
      @regandouglas 5 років тому +166

      LMAO! This is actually the best reply in whole discussion.

    • @zindi1138
      @zindi1138 5 років тому +8

      your being stalked !

    • @coralarch
      @coralarch 5 років тому +31

      LMAO!!!!!! Best comment in 2019 so far!

    • @shankarkeshav2488
      @shankarkeshav2488 5 років тому +19

      You go girl!

  • @erinmarie27
    @erinmarie27 5 років тому +2769

    I love how Marie's eyes light up with joy when she sees a giant mess 😂😂 she is so dang sweet!

    • @codybear4you
      @codybear4you 5 років тому +26

      Erin S. Right !! Would love for her to come to my house !

    • @tricia4479
      @tricia4479 5 років тому +14

      Erin S. I’m the same. I love nothing more than organising ppls mess. The more I can organise, the better.

    • @campkira
      @campkira 5 років тому

      Usually Japanese girl trick, I see it daily.

    • @ROBYNMARKOW
      @ROBYNMARKOW 5 років тому

      @@codybear4you You & me both..!👍

    • @OldWines
      @OldWines 5 років тому

      Repulsive. One of a million; ask for the driving licence to see who's who.

  • @okashi10
    @okashi10 5 років тому +3188

    For the people mad about getting rid of books, photos, etc:
    Marie Kondo has NEVER said that you have to get rid of anything, or get rid of a certain number of something.
    The whole point of her philosophy is that you keep the things that you love ("spark joy"). If all of your 300 shoes or 1000 books bring you joy, then you don't have to get rid of them. She just recommends that you look at each one, one by one, and think about if you love it and want to bring it with you into the future. If you don't, pass it on to someone else and bring joy to them. If you do, keep whatever you want.

    • @toweypat
      @toweypat 5 років тому +20

      okashi10 thank you 👍

    • @shelleydavies3613
      @shelleydavies3613 5 років тому +226

      Exactly. She seems to be pro organising more than minimalising. It's like you don't have to get rid of everything, you just need to organise the stuff you gave a lot better. Which is perfectly reasonable and sensible to me.

    • @Nanamka
      @Nanamka 5 років тому +117

      Yes, thank you! Her philosophy is so simple and logical, but I am again and again astounded how people manage to not get what she means.

    • @okashi10
      @okashi10 5 років тому +120

      @@Nanamka - Same, I am baffled by how offended and angry people are at the simple idea of "figure out how much stuff you have, appreciate it, and decide what you want to keep."

    • @mb-sg3ji
      @mb-sg3ji 5 років тому +13

      To me, that's just excess. You don't need tons of stuff to be happy.

  • @onairwitherika4644
    @onairwitherika4644 5 років тому +2271

    Marie Kondo helped me go from hoarder to minimalist in about a year. It took me a long time but i have never been so happy. My home is so cozy, clean, tidy and decluttered. I have also saved lots of money and space. So happy!

    • @ThriveAfterAbuse
      @ThriveAfterAbuse 5 років тому +83

      LessBodyMoreHeart It sounds like you’ve really changed your life for the better. I don’t even know you but I’m excited for you. Lol Yay you! 🙌

    • @helgenx
      @helgenx 5 років тому +3

      LessBodyMoreHeart that's because you're weak and need somebody to tell you what to do. A minimalist isn't something astounding to be its just being bland.

    • @scoob1670
      @scoob1670 5 років тому +106

      @@helgenx Why are you so negative?

    • @sammiller9855
      @sammiller9855 5 років тому +78

      @@helgenx Minimalism does not have to bland. It's about not living in excess, being more appreciative of what we own by owning less and being more mindful of how much we consume, aware that our personal and world resources are finite.

    • @helgenx
      @helgenx 5 років тому +4

      Sam Miller you know why I don't like her, because in one of sayings she even says to get rid of photos,and both as a photographer and as a human being who had things they cherish throwing away photos seems like some really resentful shit. That's like saying "well your mother is dead already you don't need her old photos."

  • @toner37
    @toner37 5 років тому +414

    I like how she breaks things down and doesn't just get all aggressive in cleaning up the clutter. She keeps it simple and takes it step by step. Her saying " it gets harder before it gets better " rings true.

    • @EmmaNguyen-mg5xq
      @EmmaNguyen-mg5xq 5 років тому +1

      Because she is a housewife in japan and has enough time to clean up.Imagine a woman who both works and cooks

  • @shuuch
    @shuuch 5 років тому +766

    I think the use of the word "spark joy" is very foreign itself to people who don't speak Japanese. The word she used in her Japanese version book is "tokimeku" or "ときめく". When directly translated to English it means, "to throb" or "to flutter". It's the feeling of when you're in love and everything becomes beautiful in rosy glasses.
    This method is probably aiming to recreate that fluttering feeling in the living area. Just my opinion 🥰

    • @Kasiarzynka
      @Kasiarzynka 5 років тому +47

      I like the term spark joy tho (not an English native speaker, not speaking Japanese either). It sounds pretty obvious yet poetic to me.

    • @GothikQueen
      @GothikQueen 5 років тому +50

      She also explained in one episode that "tokimeku" is like the feeling you get when you're hugging a puppy so it does sound like fluttering :D ... I like the term "spark joy" too, it's very cute and Marie is absolutely adorable!!!

    • @amyfreakinkrupa
      @amyfreakinkrupa 5 років тому +8

      This just made it click in my head for why the homes always feel so cozy and loved - thank you! That was very helpful and I can’t wait to organize my home

    • @toweypat
      @toweypat 5 років тому +7

      Shuu thank you. Many of us do not speak Japanese, so we would not know that 😎

    • @Godzilla-hh8ip
      @Godzilla-hh8ip 5 років тому +3

      Thanks for the explanation much appreciated

  • @nuruljvn5603
    @nuruljvn5603 5 років тому +232

    10 tips :
    10. The KonMari method essentials (organize item by category not location)
    9. Organize item by size
    8. Store items based on frequency of use
    7. It will get worse before it gets better
    6. Pile things up
    5. Thank your home
    4. Give everything a home
    3. KonMari folding method
    2. Use clear boxes
    1. Make sure everything that you keep sparks joy

    • @christinebutler7630
      @christinebutler7630 2 роки тому +5

      My tools (yard and garden and farm tools, animal medications and supplies and tack, household tools, cleaning tools, auto repair tools) may not "spark joy", but they sure as heck are necessary.

    • @filly2299
      @filly2299 2 роки тому +6

      @@christinebutler7630 hehe another farm yard person, I suppose those true but it sparks joy when you know you have those stuff for the right time!

    • @libbylandscape3560
      @libbylandscape3560 Рік тому +1

      My only problem with this method is the folding, her method creates more wrinkles than a simple folding. While it may be smaller and more can fit into the drawer, the wrinkles created take longer to get rid of….and I don’t care how much effort is put into folding & smoothing that t-shirt so’s to avoid wrinkling, that thing’s coming out a wrinkled mess.😆

  • @tekkie7445
    @tekkie7445 5 років тому +4812

    Who else is procrastinating tidying their room by watching a video about how to tidy your room?

  • @abdc9944
    @abdc9944 5 років тому +430

    Her voice is so lovely

    • @shannonjoyolin6223
      @shannonjoyolin6223 5 років тому +8

      I keep thinking she should be a cute little animated character... Everytime you pick her up she says "tidying up is magical" you feel (joy) kiss the top of her little head and continue purging the orgy of greed that has swallowed your home.

    • @SuSmallville
      @SuSmallville 5 років тому +1

      "It makes you feel: Kooooooooooooon" hahahaha

    • @MariaLopez-hc2nm
      @MariaLopez-hc2nm 5 років тому

      You're kidding aren't you?

    • @triptychbts2548
      @triptychbts2548 4 роки тому +2

      Also she moves and dress elegantly ,
      😌

  • @christyp4264
    @christyp4264 5 років тому +160

    I think Marie's perspective of making yourself more important than your material objects , making your things work for you is what phrases like "does this spark joy?" Ends up doing. In the Western world were programmed to think that more items=more happiness when really more items=less happiness, less time and less focus experiences

  • @NochSoEinKaddiFan
    @NochSoEinKaddiFan 5 років тому +90

    I think it should be mentioned, that the KonMari Method is not about minimalism, it is about living your best life.
    The grounds of the whole operation, that most people miss out on, is, that you have to create a vision of the life you want to live, the job you aspire, the living room you dream of, the style you wish for, the hobbys you want, how exactly a day of yours should look, planned down to the minute. Once you have that vision vividly in your mind and really want to get there, THEN you start going through all your stuff and in that context, only things that fit your vision will bring you joy, because the vision itself makes you happy. Which means, once you have celebrated the declutter-festivites, there are only things in your life that lead to your vision, which makes it so much easier to actually pusue it. That in turn makes it easier to maintain order and so forth.
    Sparking joy is the novelty, but it is not the root of the method.

    • @janisripple754
      @janisripple754 4 роки тому +1

      NochSoEinKaddiFan Well Said💥

    • @JayaAngelika
      @JayaAngelika 4 роки тому

      Exactly! Thank you for reminding me.

  • @shicrapt
    @shicrapt 5 років тому +357

    It's amazing how a catchphrase like "sparks joy" can motivate people to get to work. Basic phrases like "why do you have it?" and "what is this for?" are ignored. But when you hear "it must spark joy", people all of a sudden are all for tidying up.

    • @MeAVE243
      @MeAVE243 5 років тому +24

      Some people need your questions because 'spark joy' and thanking their house isn't comfortable or meaningful for them. I think the near personification of items sometimes helps people do things that deep down they know they need to do but don't do for themselves.

    • @moi379
      @moi379 5 років тому +25

      And what's funny is that Marie Kondo wouldn't have had the success she has if the translator had used a more occidental phrase like "does it makes you happy?"

    • @franckensteine
      @franckensteine 5 років тому +36

      That's because "sparks joy" is a catchphrase to think about the emotional attachment you have to items whilst "what is this for etc.." are phrases that are related to their consumerism which they don't wanna admit to

    • @okashi10
      @okashi10 5 років тому +27

      I agree. Just the tiny perspective shift between "let's find out what I love and am excited about" and "what should I get rid of" really makes a difference.

    • @juliedinh5079
      @juliedinh5079 5 років тому +16

      Even if "This spatula is for baking" or "I have this pen to write", the most important reason that matter is "because baking makes me happy", or "be able to write make me happy". So in fact, happy is the true reason. But I think "spark joy" would describe the emotion we aim for better because the feeling we aim for is the emotion of overwhelmingly joyful such as when we see a super cute dog or cat that we would like to squeeze it in our hands. That emotion is not just happy.

  • @angelalopez2003
    @angelalopez2003 5 років тому +351

    I never thought I'd give a crap about folding clothes. I've always been that person in a hurry, trying on a shirt, ripping it off, cramming it in the drawer, grab another, repeat. But after watching some videos, I got rid of clothes that I didn't like or didn't fit, learned how to fold her way and I'm blown away at how much I can fit in the drawers! I can honestly say it's actually fun to fold....so out of character for me!

    • @thedarkchoices4389
      @thedarkchoices4389 5 років тому +5

      dont your shirts get wrinkles ? cause of the folding method

    • @angelalopez2003
      @angelalopez2003 5 років тому +12

      @@thedarkchoices4389 amazingly, no! Of course, I hang my button down blouses and weird material, but everything else is still nice when I unfold.

    • @yrqueenalia
      @yrqueenalia 5 років тому +8

      same!!! I always struggled with clothes and folding but her method works for me! and Im so happy to find something that works

    • @angelalopez2003
      @angelalopez2003 5 років тому +3

      @anders damin I used to do that too, but I couldn't tell what was on the shirt till after I unrolled it, now I can tell because they're Luke spines of books

    • @angelalopez2003
      @angelalopez2003 5 років тому +3

      @anders damin I see, well that would definitely work well for shallow drawers, I found out the hard way you have to adapt her method for shallow drawers.

  • @kahanabanana
    @kahanabanana 5 років тому +242

    I just konmaried all of my clothes... I have 3 empty shelves and 2 mostly empty drawers now 😳 now I know what need in my wardrobe because I got rid of all the things that don’t fit ❤️

    • @antoniacalderon2257
      @antoniacalderon2257 5 років тому +1

      It could work for me, but I have 3 veeeryy old shirts (5 years old🤔😳🙈) that still are in GOOD conditions and I use them as pajamas 🙄. I say that I'll throw them away, but I end up getting them back 😕.

    • @mholmlund1057
      @mholmlund1057 5 років тому +1

      Does it mean you're going shopping? Remember, nature won't allow a vacuum.

    • @sabrina.natalie
      @sabrina.natalie 5 років тому

      Kahana, you’re so breathtaking! Oh my goodness...

    • @jbmayretta
      @jbmayretta 5 років тому +3

      My weight has always fluntuated year after year, up or down. So, I've ALWAYS kept one size larger and one size smaller so I wouldn't have to go buy more clothing. It takes up closet space but when something doesn't fit any longer I usually have no money to spare for a new wardrobe!

    • @moodymoods9261
      @moodymoods9261 3 роки тому +2

      @@jbmayretta SOMEONE GETS IT!
      I would be more than happy to donate most of my clothing that doesn't fit, but my weight changes and no money.

  • @williamterburg3484
    @williamterburg3484 5 років тому +12

    i took the leap a month ago! Over and over I'm opening the drawers and closets I've done and feeling a rush of pride. LOVE IT!

  • @noothankyou
    @noothankyou 5 років тому +142

    This show has inspired me to clear out my house and to be more appreciative of my life.

  • @josephhogue
    @josephhogue 5 років тому +229

    Had to check out the show after about the tenth time hearing about it and gotta say, it's an amazing method. More than just a declutter or minimalism idea but a way to be happier with the things you have. Started thinking about it and it can actually be used to help 'spark joy' with your money as well. A lot of the things we buy don't really make us happy so using those KonMari rules to declutter expenses really works.

  • @rogue_nomad
    @rogue_nomad 5 років тому +711

    Thanking the home and items are base in the religion of japan.. shintoism. It believes that everything has a spirit, and deserves to be respected.

    • @okashi10
      @okashi10 5 років тому +74

      I really enjoyed when she did it with the homeowners in her show. It doesn't have to be religious; it's great just to take a quite moment to really feel grateful for all the memories and significant moments in your home.

    • @rogue_nomad
      @rogue_nomad 5 років тому +29

      okashi10 thank you for the kind words. With your name sounding japanese, i am sure that you are aware of their practices yourself. In some of the episodes of her show, she would even knock on the books to “wake them up”.. i admit, i do that sometimes to my things. It makes me mindful of the things i buy, and the things i put away. It stops me from compulsively buying or throwing things away.

    • @emilybets418
      @emilybets418 5 років тому

    • @DMRoper1
      @DMRoper1 5 років тому +21

      I figured it was something like that. I chaffed a little when I first saw her do it (being Christian myself). But then I remember that for years, I have been thanking things before I got rid of them too. Don't know why I do it. I just do it, but secretly. Now, thanks to her, I don't have to hide.

    • @Kimllg88
      @Kimllg88 5 років тому +4

      Yes, it is Shinto belief.

  • @artisticscientist8719
    @artisticscientist8719 5 років тому +20

    Omg!! I was actually following Marie's method even before I heard of her ...some stuff are actually just common sense but she elevates it into a spiritual way ....It's great

  • @Ckawauchi35
    @Ckawauchi35 3 роки тому +14

    I don't know if this is just a part of Japanese culture, but growing up in our home, we have always organized and folded our clothes the Konmari way. And My Mom is Japanese. I love Mari's way bc she incorporates spirituality w practicality.

  • @BlogTernet
    @BlogTernet 5 років тому +242

    Marie Kondo is the Japanese Mary Poppins.

  • @scottgarvey9829
    @scottgarvey9829 5 років тому +7

    I am over half way through this process. So far it has been not only practical but liberating.
    To me the most important part is being mindful about all that surrounds me.

  • @PhoenixRoseYT
    @PhoenixRoseYT 5 років тому +54

    I could listen to Marie talk forever omg.

    • @erinmarie27
      @erinmarie27 5 років тому +4

      Me too and I dont even understand Japanese 😂

  • @ruzzelladrian907
    @ruzzelladrian907 5 років тому +9

    Her instructions and methods are so simple and logical, yet people take this for granted. This is the movement that we need.

  • @shicrapt
    @shicrapt 5 років тому +264

    The most important thing was left out and I think it was left out on purpose so as not to turn off people from following the method. Just like losing weight, the most important thing to remember is that this isn't a one-time activity. People think if they devote a couple of days of tidying up, after it's done then that's it, don't have to worry about it again. Wrong!!!! Tidying up means you have to remain tidy forever. The moment you start throwing items in corners and on the floor, that's when it starts piling up again, that's when you start telling yourself "I'll fix that later", that's when it adds up to a big mess again and you're back to where you were before tidying up. And the joy that you're looking for will only come on days that you reserve for tidying up which could be once in a while. You want joy everyday? Then keep tidy everyday.

    • @Ceares
      @Ceares 5 років тому +5

      no, I want sleep everyday, money everyday would be nice, food everyday definitely, playing with my dog everyday brings me joy, tidying does not. Sure it's nice when things are neat but I'm pretty fine with being fairly messy till I get to that "whoa!" point.

    • @Kasiarzynka
      @Kasiarzynka 5 років тому +36

      @up Her method is actually more about developing a habit that saves you tidying up. Like if you designate a home for each item and keep putting the items back to their home when you've finished using it means you don't have to put them in place later. Washing your dishes shortly after finishing the meal means they're most likely easier to clean (ford didn't dry on it) and it takes a moment, compared to washing a whole pile. I've applied her method for my bathroom stuff so far since I'm renovating my room (where I've decluttered about three bags of stuff so far tho) and let me tell you, it does work. I just got myself one single box for my stuff and everything I used returnes directly into it - whether it's a deodorant, a shampoo or a face cleaning product. Not only I save time because I don't look for things anymore but also feel better having less stuff there and having it nicely organized. And I've been a totally messy person my whole life (not a hoarder tho).

    • @jasonpeterson8170
      @jasonpeterson8170 5 років тому +11

      Clearly you didn’t actually read the book. She suggests doing it all in one go, NOT tidying every day.

    • @MarcellHobbs
      @MarcellHobbs 5 років тому +8

      Yes, try FlyLady for consistency in routine habits- a lifestyle change❣️

    • @MissVasques
      @MissVasques 5 років тому +1

      Jason Peterson Yup, over estimated 6 months, not days.

  • @heatherwatts2005
    @heatherwatts2005 9 місяців тому +1

    Marie speaking in her native tongue sounds incredibly soothing 😌

  • @psychobunny32
    @psychobunny32 5 років тому +197

    the episode at 5:25, where the lady in pink was cleaning out house after her husband had died, was very emotional.

    • @fairlyliterary4771
      @fairlyliterary4771 5 років тому +2

      I haven't seen it yet but I know it's hard to get rid of stuff after a loved one has passed.

    • @psychobunny32
      @psychobunny32 5 років тому +30

      @@fairlyliterary4771 It was sad about her husband. She said he was a good man. It was time for her to move on, and she donated his clothes to a good cause. My favorite episode.

    • @fairlyliterary4771
      @fairlyliterary4771 5 років тому +11

      @@psychobunny32 that must've been really difficult for her but if she felt it was time to move on then it was time. I'll have to watch that and be sure to have tissue on hand

    • @noothankyou
      @noothankyou 5 років тому +14

      Oh man I cried so hard during this episode!

    • @psychobunny32
      @psychobunny32 5 років тому +19

      @@noothankyou and yet, she remained so kind and gracious of the time she had with him. I an getting married soon, to a man I have been with for 19 years. I hope I never forget to appreciate whatever time we have together. He is a good man, too (and my best friend).

  • @busyVea
    @busyVea 5 років тому +4

    It’s so satisfying at the end though and because everything has a place so much easier to keep up.

  • @nonchalant5315
    @nonchalant5315 5 років тому +5

    Amazing how her tips are things that my father is already doing for years.. especially the part when you thank an item that has given you so many memories, or given you great service; we have been doing that for years.. I'm glad that we aren't the only one!

  • @MB20fangirl
    @MB20fangirl 5 років тому +60

    We've just finished step 1: clothes. I cannot believe how effective her method is. Follow the rules and it works!!!

    • @user-ht4kp7py2c
      @user-ht4kp7py2c 5 років тому +1

      kelly damms tell me if your house is still clean in a year

    • @ileanap
      @ileanap 5 років тому

      @@user-ht4kp7py2c then you will do it again in a year if you keep buying a lot of stuff! ;)

    • @okashi10
      @okashi10 5 років тому +3

      I did it over a year ago, and my home is still tidy. Some more stuff built up over the course of a year, but then I moved and had the opportunity to sort everything again.

    • @deannehoughtaling593
      @deannehoughtaling593 5 років тому +9

      It's taken me about 3 weeks. Working everyday after work and on weekends. I'm finally finished! I feel cleansed! I've always been a messy person. But now I think I can be neat one!

    • @rachelhazelton8544
      @rachelhazelton8544 5 років тому +7

      Same here.
      I finished step 1. Clothes. It really make me live tidy life. I tried all my papers...it's not easy. But after declutters I feel fresh.

  • @colleendonovan5884
    @colleendonovan5884 5 років тому +8

    We've been following her since 2014 with her first book and I can tell you that we still follow her plan and it's working great. Spark Joy💜

  • @waltz0153
    @waltz0153 5 років тому +185

    2:48 "...that rice cooker you almost never use..." I can say with 100% confidence that these words did NOT come from Marie Kondo's mouth

  • @bettyspaghetti4803
    @bettyspaghetti4803 5 років тому +4

    I absolutely love her voice! I also love that she do sent judge.

  • @squaresoft13
    @squaresoft13 5 років тому +9

    I can finally justify my obsession of buying and storing things in containers and boxes. Thanks Marie!

  • @lomaluv1590
    @lomaluv1590 5 років тому +868

    I feel like the Japanese watch this show thinking Americans are a bunch of hoarders.

    • @user-ht4kp7py2c
      @user-ht4kp7py2c 5 років тому +42

      Loma Luv actually the Japanese are the worst hoarders

    • @TheKmonta
      @TheKmonta 5 років тому +2

      Probably....

    • @Alex10daysago
      @Alex10daysago 5 років тому +8

      im American and I hoarde.

    • @snl4742
      @snl4742 5 років тому +85

      She probably started in Japan with her methods first... Before she tackled the trash Heap that is America. We are a country of excess. There's hoarders everwhere. Hoarding is mental and emotions first.

    • @findajuriani7259
      @findajuriani7259 5 років тому +9

      Loma Luv what I really think is that Americans have a lot of good stuffs Japanese want to have 😂

  • @joeydown3164
    @joeydown3164 5 років тому +33

    While doing this I found my favoourite shirt and it did bring me joy. The joy part is totally true.

  • @teleriferchnyfain
    @teleriferchnyfain 5 років тому +10

    I re-did all my clothing drawers - folding everything vertically. WHAT a GREAT idea!!!! I got a whole empty drawer by doing this! BTW, I already have method to my storage (w/clothes, by color) so I just did it drawer by drawer. But I am now a firm fan of the folding method :D
    I've always used clear plastic containers for my holiday decorations & other stuff in the storage unit (don't have a garage). I have no intentions of dumping everything in a big pile either - but I go thru my stuff at least every 6 months (have done forever) so I'm pretty organized. Have to be since I have a ton of stuff (that all sparks joy, dontcha know LOL)

  • @paoloangelino24
    @paoloangelino24 4 роки тому +7

    A benefit of decluttering one's home or room is that we can be able to easily find the things that are most important to us. Letting go of all the clutter also helps us relax more and breathe easy since we don't have too many items suffocating our space.

  • @msssyMS
    @msssyMS 5 років тому +10

    I watched all the episodes with my mom. We followed her steps and now both of our rooms are completely organized. We love her style.

  • @ycherrypink911
    @ycherrypink911 5 років тому +8

    I did the Konmari Method of folding and taught my daughter and husband to do it, and they loved it. They are so excited every time we fold our clothes together. Make my life so at peace. It's not the things you throw it's the things you kept that sparks joy that add more brightness to your life...

  • @lavayuki
    @lavayuki 5 років тому +10

    Konmari seems to be a lot more popular in the West than in Japan. When I lived in Japan, not many people knew of her, but after moving to the UK almost everyone has heard of her. I like her methods, I live in a small city apartment and move very frequently with my job, so her book was pretty useful in keeping clutter at bay and makes it easier whenever I have to move.

  • @VLoveTarot
    @VLoveTarot 5 років тому +2

    I listened to her book yrs ago. So glad she has her own show now. She helped me big time with decluttering.

  • @melissavega4287
    @melissavega4287 5 років тому +2

    I watch this in one day on Netflix while I was exercising and I was into it more than my little work out, it has motivated me to clean out my house completely.

  • @highten443
    @highten443 5 років тому +26

    “It will get worse before it gets better”
    I’m always at this stage!

  • @PRAVDA888
    @PRAVDA888 5 років тому +26

    Decluttering is like a therapy session. There will be many sessions. Some good some bad.

  • @aleksandarchur
    @aleksandarchur 5 років тому

    She calms me so down when she speaks, even if I don't understand anything! She has such an amazing, positive energy ❤

  • @HitomiNoRyu
    @HitomiNoRyu 5 років тому +264

    2:48 *GASP* Not using a rice cooker on a daily basis?! HOW DARE YOU?!

    • @martasloane8081
      @martasloane8081 5 років тому +4

      I actually need a rice cooker, looking to find one that suits my needs.

    • @HitomiNoRyu
      @HitomiNoRyu 5 років тому +9

      @@martasloane8081 Zojirushi is a really good brand. You can't go wrong with any of their rice cooker.

    • @joyjoyoo
      @joyjoyoo 5 років тому +1

      Philips is good too , for porridge

    • @Klmrc
      @Klmrc 5 років тому +11

      HitomiNoRyu lol. right? rice cooker is life! it is sacred to us asians

    • @lisasummer701
      @lisasummer701 5 років тому +2

      *GASP!* * *Faint*

  • @jenntruong6023
    @jenntruong6023 5 років тому +14

    I have always been neat and organized so this is common sense for me! I agree with items having to spark joy in order to be kept!

    • @007Julie
      @007Julie 5 років тому +1

      Jenn Truong yes me too, as soon as I get up I have to make my bed and have my bedroom neat. But there are millions of people who live in extreme clutter and don't even realize it. It's like smelling something foul for so long that you no longer smell it, some people need to be told what to do and how to do it.

  • @mwtwmwtw6033
    @mwtwmwtw6033 4 роки тому +17

    "store that rice cooker you almost never use in the back of the cupboard"
    *laughs in Puerto Rican

  • @Life4Gamez
    @Life4Gamez 5 років тому +2

    Marie's books changed my life - went from clutter to cleanliness in just under two weeks, and every aspect of my life has improved. You never realise how much useless stuff you have until you go through it ruthlessly, and it feels amazing as you throw it out!

  • @MichaelB4708
    @MichaelB4708 2 роки тому +2

    My life became simpler and more enjoyable once I discovered Marie Kondo's techniques

  • @Aishya476
    @Aishya476 2 роки тому +3

    Her folding method does wonders for keeping your clothing organized!

  • @excitingmarmot2820
    @excitingmarmot2820 5 років тому +280

    1940: in 2019 human will teach another human how to make flying cars
    2019: human teach another human how to tidy their room

  • @Eveyeve932
    @Eveyeve932 3 роки тому

    She sounds so sweet when she talks. And truly loves helping people.

  • @paulchezkari6952
    @paulchezkari6952 7 місяців тому

    Mindfulness. Now that's a new concept. Slow down and be more mindful. Grateful.

  • @sofiadaniela1854
    @sofiadaniela1854 5 років тому +13

    Who else thinks Marie's translator has such a pretty voice?

  • @darthrevan.gaming327
    @darthrevan.gaming327 5 років тому +33

    I watched this show... I organized my clothes and can actually find what I need. I'm still in step 1 since I work long hours but I take sundays half day so I can finish as I tidy up.

    • @thedarkchoices4389
      @thedarkchoices4389 5 років тому

      dont your shirts get wrinkles ? cause of the folding method

  • @mymidgetbae184
    @mymidgetbae184 5 років тому +9

    She's so cute. Makes me want to get Netflix just for her show.

  • @alybe2812
    @alybe2812 2 роки тому +2

    I love how i been doing this on my own and today is the day i learned about this lady. My family hates when i do this because i make a huge mess but they all love the end result ☺️

  • @anaguevara1242
    @anaguevara1242 5 років тому +4

    Konishiwa I love Marie's method of folding items. Thank you!

  • @erinrusmi329
    @erinrusmi329 5 років тому +3

    i watched "tidying up" and naturally i tried out some of the tips. i think i'm going to stick with it, because it feels so meditative to me. the folding especially. and this method is just so aesthetically pleasing to me too. the process brings up important questions about how i want to live my life, and the act of tidying gives me a way to make intentional choices and act on what i value for my home. i'm excited about how my environment is going to help me live the life i want to live, and i'm excited for the experience tidying gives me. i look forward to getting home and doing some tidying and that's a good new feeling for me.

  • @margo7235
    @margo7235 4 роки тому

    Watched Netflix yesterday, my clothes are done already, feels great, so much stuff unneeded, spark of joy works

  • @kistephans4951
    @kistephans4951 5 років тому +2

    Wow I better get busy! But I need to thank her I cleaned out my dresser over 2 yrs ago and I still practice her shirt and underclothes folding techniques. Now I want to try more of her methods to get my home calm, clean and flowing with joy

  • @dongardner9189
    @dongardner9189 5 років тому +5

    gotta says,i've done this with my t shirts and underwear drawers, amazing how much space and decluttered you can achieve using this method (much needed when your o/h has most of the wardrobe and cupboard space!)

  • @jarinemarrane
    @jarinemarrane 5 років тому +1

    She has such a gentle aura and a melodic voice.

  • @TheKmonta
    @TheKmonta 5 років тому +2

    I'm in the process of tidying up right now.....I love her ideas!

  • @eliazarvalentine7690
    @eliazarvalentine7690 4 роки тому +9

    When you trying to organize but fine stuff you haven’t seen for years and then start having flashbacks and good memories and you just waste time and never finish lol

    • @hyperchick4973
      @hyperchick4973 4 роки тому +2

      Oh my gosh, yes!!! 😊😄😭😂 And that is why she has the categories in a specific order and why, if the item creates too many emotions for you she recommends leaving it til the end and revisiting the item when you sort through the rest of category 5 - Sentimental items. 😉💞

    • @arawrebirth20
      @arawrebirth20 3 роки тому

      Every time!

  • @pamelag.8097
    @pamelag.8097 5 років тому +9

    Literally with everything i have i say “does this spark joy?” 😭😭

  • @Godzilla-hh8ip
    @Godzilla-hh8ip 5 років тому +1

    Marie kondo is a gift to the world. My fascination for Japanese culture keeps rising. ♥️

  • @vibesmom
    @vibesmom 2 роки тому +2

    I feel so validated. This method incorporates everything I do to let go of stuff. Unfortunately it ends up annoying everyone in my life. I explain cleaning and making a difference makes a mess. The folding method is awesome though. Definitely trying that.

  • @johnosaka6157
    @johnosaka6157 5 років тому +3

    i'm starting to feel inspired to tidy my home

  • @Isabel-er6pn
    @Isabel-er6pn 4 роки тому +39

    "You can store that rice cooker that you almost never use in the back of the cupboard" *me shaking my head in Asian anger* wHiTe PeOpLe aM i RiGhT

    • @alyisanoob
      @alyisanoob 4 роки тому +1

      LMAOO

    • @annablackwell2625
      @annablackwell2625 4 роки тому +1

      I’m British and I haven’t a clue what a rice cooker is, I just cook it in a sauce pan on the hob. What am I missing? It seems to work out fine. 😀

    • @alyisanoob
      @alyisanoob 4 роки тому +1

      @@annablackwell2625 a rice cooker is a pot thing that holds rice and water, there's a heated rod at the bottom and it cooks in for you, it even has a lid! -aly the asian

    • @CaffeinePanda
      @CaffeinePanda 3 роки тому

      ​@@annablackwell2625 A rice cooker is a type of pressure cooker that is mainly for rice. If you don't make rice often, it's probably not worth it. But if you do? It's fantastic. The biggest advantage is that you can just set it and forget it, no babysitting required or risk of burning. The fancier ones can keep your rice warm without drying out for hours and can adapt even if your water ratio is off, giving you perfect rice every time. So for us Asians, it's pretty much a standard kitchen appliance.

    • @sarahschroeder4739
      @sarahschroeder4739 3 роки тому

      yeah.....

  • @Luubelaar
    @Luubelaar 5 років тому

    I'll tell you what sparks joy in me ... listening to Marie Kondo talk. Damn that woman has a beautiful, almost musical, voice.

  • @marysplace-simplymary3561
    @marysplace-simplymary3561 5 років тому +1

    Thank you! I have so much to do in my home, I've been putting off for so long, you have inspired me to at least start to look for the joy. Thank you😊

  • @bilindalaw-morley161
    @bilindalaw-morley161 5 років тому +51

    “I like tidying and I love a mess”...lady have I got a house for you.

    • @ichigopockychan
      @ichigopockychan 4 роки тому +2

      You don't wanna see my room then. It sometimes looks like a tornado went through there

    • @pandlno3914
      @pandlno3914 4 роки тому +1

      @@ichigopockychan oh yeah,my room too

    • @rosemarymazebo5168
      @rosemarymazebo5168 4 роки тому +2

      Galey Luu 😂

  • @valeriejean-baptiste8574
    @valeriejean-baptiste8574 5 років тому +6

    What I also noted is that we need to reduce consuming. Because at the end, the things we buy are no longer used.

  • @TheCraftyOrganizer
    @TheCraftyOrganizer 5 років тому +1

    So many of these tips are spot on!!! We've been using them for years with our clients. Great video compilation!

  • @adhynugroho9424
    @adhynugroho9424 5 років тому +1

    Her voice is so calm and soothing.

  • @JS-wj6vb
    @JS-wj6vb 5 років тому +8

    I read the manga. It's great!

  • @smjames4808
    @smjames4808 5 років тому +8

    I think you will find that once everything has a home, things out of place will bother you more and you will be motivated to place things back where they belong. I do all of these tips intuitively, minus her special folding method. Knowing where everything is in your home whilst living in an uncluttered space saves time and is mentally calming for me.

  • @chocolatechick729
    @chocolatechick729 4 роки тому +1

    It took me 6 months 2 years ago to finish everything . It is stressful becasue you need to do the WORK but omg after you finish . It's literally life changing .

  • @tuannd111
    @tuannd111 4 роки тому

    May I keep Marie pls? Because she sparks joy

  • @Sayonararuiz
    @Sayonararuiz 5 років тому +53

    She was mentioned in a Gilmore girls episode😱😍

  • @sandorkocso1798
    @sandorkocso1798 5 років тому +43

    my rice cooker is attacked

    • @mychairisits6533
      @mychairisits6533 5 років тому +1

      Yeah, and she's doing a video on a Japanese woman who almost definitely uses a rice cooker often.

  • @jenniferfar
    @jenniferfar 2 роки тому

    She has changed my life. Slow progress but I am in awe

  • @trishalisridharan
    @trishalisridharan 4 роки тому

    Gosh..Marie Kondo is my new icon actually.Once I have my own home some day, II'm definitely following Marie Kondo's style !

  • @Gilvids
    @Gilvids 5 років тому +3

    this will work great for people with OCD

    • @slvsh77
      @slvsh77 5 років тому

      What? How? Do even know what OCD is?

    • @Gilvids
      @Gilvids 5 років тому

      @@slvsh77 yes

  • @user-jy4er7ki7l
    @user-jy4er7ki7l 5 років тому +6

    *My husband already don't spark joy and thanking me, so I tidied up him. Thank you, KonMari."*

  • @dtv6644
    @dtv6644 3 роки тому +1

    I really need this woman in my life!!

  • @DustinTheHuman
    @DustinTheHuman 3 роки тому +1

    This sparks joy
    This one does not sparks joy

  • @peaceperilscifer7085
    @peaceperilscifer7085 5 років тому +17

    My hoarder sister fell asleep while watching this... But i appreciate every bit of it...

  • @xVVhite
    @xVVhite 5 років тому +5

    I know this is gonna sound crazy but a few of these tips are stuff I’ve already been doing. Didn’t realise it tho but crazy.

  • @noticethesunshine
    @noticethesunshine Рік тому

    Doing this now for spring cleaning .

  • @justtaniaflaviatherealesta219
    @justtaniaflaviatherealesta219 3 роки тому

    This is fabulous to do before moving to another home. Love it!

  • @rebeccarebeccaa2515
    @rebeccarebeccaa2515 5 років тому +4

    I have to say that I have been trying to find someone to help me organize my house. I have looked up many different websites and looked to books and all they have offered were storage containers. After reading her book I realized that what I was looking for was a way to distinguish how to throw something out. I know that I have too much stuff and storing things in boxes was not what I was looking for. I do not want to be a minimalist but I would not mind have a lot less than I do have now.

  • @mackenzieesslin3111
    @mackenzieesslin3111 5 років тому +10

    I love this method and show and it’s pronounced KonMari ( Marie)

  • @Nekokeeb
    @Nekokeeb 5 років тому

    I can feel the connection between me and Konmari, the folding cloth method, declutter. I did all this before I know her. I can say I am happy I'm a neat freak!

  • @patricks_music
    @patricks_music 2 роки тому

    I am using Kon Mari’s methods to make an overall improvement of life. So many things I don’t use/need are getting in the way of the things I need!