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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
@@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.
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.
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!
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.
@@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.
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."
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.
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 - 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."
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.
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 🥰
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!!!
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
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
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
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.
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.😆
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 ❤️
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 😕.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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?"
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
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.
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.
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!
@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
@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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
@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).
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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)
@@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.
@@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 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).
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 .
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
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.
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 ☺️
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.
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.
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!)
Im just really thankful for my culture overall. I am vietnamese, I remember every single year on lunar new year my mom would force me and my siblings to clean out room, just dig out every single item, pile them and clean the cupboards, dressers. Which ever item we dont use anymore we have to immediately throw out that year and also donate the old clothes which we dont like anymore. This apply to everyone in our country. I thought it was a super normal thing to do and i keep doing it. Now looking back its actually so helpful to have that mind set since childhood.
This is real stuff! I watched the show and gave it a try. Once you get all of something in one pile it can get a little sad, and embarrassing. Why did I have 26 pairs of shoes?!?! I'm down to 4, dress, running, daily, and hiking. KonMari changed my life! Sadly, my garage is still bad, but happy to say all of my motorcycles bring me joy. :P
I used this method and got rid of clothes that I never wore, tied my clothes, underwear, books, jewellery and it feels so much better and I found things that I thought I had lost. Thanks
@@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
@@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.
Used this method to de clutter and tidy up the apps on my phone. I kept the amazon app because “it sparks joy” and every item needs a home (why not mine) I also made sure to apply the categories to my wish list. I’m now also thanking the UPS driver daily. Now if I can only get amazon to deliver in clear boxes...
I don't "spark joy" easily, so I had to dial back the plan a bit. I guess i kept the items that "sparked interest". It's been about a year since I implemented some of these methods and I'm still benefiting from them. Highly recommended.
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.
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!
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
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. 😉💞
Rule 7 (it will get worse before it gets better) makes me feel a lot better about my decluttering and tidying process. I had so much stuff that it was impossible to keep my room clean and so I had to go through everything (which made my room look even worse, making me feel like my best efforts weren’t enough, especially since I struggle with adhd and being easily distracted) but it’s now looking a lot better and coming together.
Hopefully I’ll stop procrastinating and start putting these tips into practice. Or, maybe I’ll just watch a few more videos of Marie Kondo just so I can keep listening to her beautiful and soothing voice. 😊 🤷🏼♀️
I need to do all of this! But one thing I already instinctively did was to get rid of all of my things that had a negative feel. I thought I was over reacting! I had some great things I took to second hand stores because of the negative vibes... I feel better about it now!
Find out more about Marie Kondo's KonMari method here: ua-cam.com/video/XCL481g9fyI/v-deo.html
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
@@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.
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.
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!
People with bad mess deserve help too
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!
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! 🙌
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.
@@helgenx Why are you so negative?
@@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.
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."
I love how Marie's eyes light up with joy when she sees a giant mess 😂😂 she is so dang sweet!
Erin S. Right !! Would love for her to come to my house !
Erin S. I’m the same. I love nothing more than organising ppls mess. The more I can organise, the better.
Usually Japanese girl trick, I see it daily.
@@codybear4you You & me both..!👍
Repulsive. One of a million; ask for the driving licence to see who's who.
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.
okashi10 thank you 👍
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.
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.
@@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."
To me, that's just excess. You don't need tons of stuff to be happy.
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.
Because she is a housewife in japan and has enough time to clean up.Imagine a woman who both works and cooks
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 🥰
I like the term spark joy tho (not an English native speaker, not speaking Japanese either). It sounds pretty obvious yet poetic to me.
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!!!
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
Shuu thank you. Many of us do not speak Japanese, so we would not know that 😎
Thanks for the explanation much appreciated
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
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
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.
@@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!
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.😆
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 ❤️
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 😕.
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Kahana, you’re so breathtaking! Oh my goodness...
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!
@@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.
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.
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.
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.
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?"
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
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.
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.
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!
dont your shirts get wrinkles ? cause of the folding method
@@thedarkchoices4389 amazingly, no! Of course, I hang my button down blouses and weird material, but everything else is still nice when I unfold.
same!!! I always struggled with clothes and folding but her method works for me! and Im so happy to find something that works
@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
@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.
This show has inspired me to clear out my house and to be more appreciative of my life.
Her voice is so lovely
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.
"It makes you feel: Kooooooooooooon" hahahaha
You're kidding aren't you?
Also she moves and dress elegantly ,
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I threw out my boyfriend because he no longer sparked joy,
Good on you!
your being stalked !
LMAO!!!!!! Best comment in 2019 so far!
You go girl!
Gurrrrrl! I almost spit out my coffee!!!! LOL 😂
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.
NochSoEinKaddiFan Well Said💥
Exactly! Thank you for reminding me.
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!
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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
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.
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.
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.
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.
@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).
Clearly you didn’t actually read the book. She suggests doing it all in one go, NOT tidying every day.
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Jason Peterson Yup, over estimated 6 months, not days.
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!
Her instructions and methods are so simple and logical, yet people take this for granted. This is the movement that we need.
We've just finished step 1: clothes. I cannot believe how effective her method is. Follow the rules and it works!!!
kelly damms tell me if your house is still clean in a year
@@user-ht4kp7py2c then you will do it again in a year if you keep buying a lot of stuff! ;)
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
Yes, it is Shinto belief.
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💜
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.
I could listen to Marie talk forever omg.
Me too and I dont even understand Japanese 😂
Marie Kondo is the Japanese Mary Poppins.
That's a cute way of putting it!
Who is Mary Popin
oh yeah!
Mary Poppins was a nanny.
While doing this I found my favoourite shirt and it did bring me joy. The joy part is totally true.
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
it's an american household!
HAHA
It’s so satisfying at the end though and because everything has a place so much easier to keep up.
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...
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.
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)
the episode at 5:25, where the lady in pink was cleaning out house after her husband had died, was very emotional.
I haven't seen it yet but I know it's hard to get rid of stuff after a loved one has passed.
@@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.
@@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
Oh man I cried so hard during this episode!
@@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).
I can finally justify my obsession of buying and storing things in containers and boxes. Thanks Marie!
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!
Two weeks🎉🎉
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.
She calms me so down when she speaks, even if I don't understand anything! She has such an amazing, positive energy ❤
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.
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.
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.
She sounds so sweet when she talks. And truly loves helping people.
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!
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.
I listened to her book yrs ago. So glad she has her own show now. She helped me big time with decluttering.
Who else is procrastinating tidying their room by watching a video about how to tidy your room?
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Lol got me there lol.
Tekkie74 lol!!!
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 .
I absolutely love her voice! I also love that she do sent judge.
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
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.
dont your shirts get wrinkles ? cause of the folding method
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 ☺️
My life became simpler and more enjoyable once I discovered Marie Kondo's techniques
I'll tell you what sparks joy in me ... listening to Marie Kondo talk. Damn that woman has a beautiful, almost musical, voice.
Decluttering is like a therapy session. There will be many sessions. Some good some bad.
She has such a gentle aura and a melodic voice.
“It will get worse before it gets better”
I’m always at this stage!
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Watched Netflix yesterday, my clothes are done already, feels great, so much stuff unneeded, spark of joy works
2:48 *GASP* Not using a rice cooker on a daily basis?! HOW DARE YOU?!
I actually need a rice cooker, looking to find one that suits my needs.
@@martasloane8081 Zojirushi is a really good brand. You can't go wrong with any of their rice cooker.
Philips is good too , for porridge
HitomiNoRyu lol. right? rice cooker is life! it is sacred to us asians
*GASP!* * *Faint*
Marie kondo is a gift to the world. My fascination for Japanese culture keeps rising. ♥️
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.
Her voice is so calm and soothing.
I feel like the Japanese watch this show thinking Americans are a bunch of hoarders.
Loma Luv actually the Japanese are the worst hoarders
Probably....
im American and I hoarde.
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.
Loma Luv what I really think is that Americans have a lot of good stuffs Japanese want to have 😂
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!
1940: in 2019 human will teach another human how to make flying cars
2019: human teach another human how to tidy their room
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It's still funny
@@excitingmarmot2820 yeah but sometimes it feels too old brother
HAHAHA.....really funny....😒
not funny didn’t laugh
Gosh..Marie Kondo is my new icon actually.Once I have my own home some day, II'm definitely following Marie Kondo's style !
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!)
Im just really thankful for my culture overall. I am vietnamese, I remember every single year on lunar new year my mom would force me and my siblings to clean out room, just dig out every single item, pile them and clean the cupboards, dressers. Which ever item we dont use anymore we have to immediately throw out that year and also donate the old clothes which we dont like anymore. This apply to everyone in our country. I thought it was a super normal thing to do and i keep doing it. Now looking back its actually so helpful to have that mind set since childhood.
Her folding method does wonders for keeping your clothing organized!
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😊
Konishiwa I love Marie's method of folding items. Thank you!
This is real stuff! I watched the show and gave it a try. Once you get all of something in one pile it can get a little sad, and embarrassing. Why did I have 26 pairs of shoes?!?! I'm down to 4, dress, running, daily, and hiking. KonMari changed my life! Sadly, my garage is still bad, but happy to say all of my motorcycles bring me joy. :P
Who else thinks Marie's translator has such a pretty voice?
I used this method and got rid of clothes that I never wore, tied my clothes, underwear, books, jewellery and it feels so much better and I found things that I thought I had lost. Thanks
What I also noted is that we need to reduce consuming. Because at the end, the things we buy are no longer used.
I'm in the process of tidying up right now.....I love her ideas!
She was mentioned in a Gilmore girls episode😱😍
I had never realized that...;)
Marie changed my attitude to consumption. Good for me and good for the environment
"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
LMAOO
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. 😀
@@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
@@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.
yeah.....
So many of these tips are spot on!!! We've been using them for years with our clients. Great video compilation!
Literally with everything i have i say “does this spark joy?” 😭😭
Used this method to de clutter and tidy up the apps on my phone. I kept the amazon app because “it sparks joy” and every item needs a home (why not mine) I also made sure to apply the categories to my wish list. I’m now also thanking the UPS driver daily. Now if I can only get amazon to deliver in clear boxes...
My hoarder sister fell asleep while watching this... But i appreciate every bit of it...
lol
I don't "spark joy" easily, so I had to dial back the plan a bit. I guess i kept the items that "sparked interest". It's been about a year since I implemented some of these methods and I'm still benefiting from them. Highly recommended.
i'm starting to feel inspired to tidy my home
Mindfulness. Now that's a new concept. Slow down and be more mindful. Grateful.
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.
Marie speaking in her native tongue sounds incredibly soothing 😌
"store that rice cooker you almost never use in the back of the cupboard"
*laughs in Puerto Rican
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!
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
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. 😉💞
Every time!
Rule 7 (it will get worse before it gets better) makes me feel a lot better about my decluttering and tidying process. I had so much stuff that it was impossible to keep my room clean and so I had to go through everything (which made my room look even worse, making me feel like my best efforts weren’t enough, especially since I struggle with adhd and being easily distracted) but it’s now looking a lot better and coming together.
“I like tidying and I love a mess”...lady have I got a house for you.
You don't wanna see my room then. It sometimes looks like a tornado went through there
@@ichigopockychan oh yeah,my room too
Galey Luu 😂
Hopefully I’ll stop procrastinating and start putting these tips into practice. Or, maybe I’ll just watch a few more videos of Marie Kondo just so I can keep listening to her beautiful and soothing voice. 😊 🤷🏼♀️
Me: get rid of things that bring negative thoughts hmmmmm
*thinks of homework*
Me: nope dat gotta go
I need to do all of this! But one thing I already instinctively did was to get rid of all of my things that had a negative feel. I thought I was over reacting! I had some great things I took to second hand stores because of the negative vibes... I feel better about it now!
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.
I really need this woman in my life!!
*My husband already don't spark joy and thanking me, so I tidied up him. Thank you, KonMari."*
Dump 'em both.
@@OldWines whatever