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The Japanese art of cleaning the home is a technique that transforms tedious work into a relaxing and beneficial activity. This is noted by Marie Kondo, the author of the book "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up." What the method includes Marie Kondo, despite being only 30 years old, has already become a well-known master of cleanliness. While her peers were engaged in typical teenage activities, she was developing the perfect way to maintain order in the home. The KonMari method, based on Japanese traditions, helps create an ideal space where everything has its place. It is no surprise that Marie Kondo's book "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up" became a bestseller and has been translated into many languages. It is important to understand that organizing your home can change not only your physical space but also your perception of life. By decluttering, you free up space both in your home and in your mind. Marie suggests viewing her method as a philosophy: if you conduct a thorough tidying session once, it will be much easier to maintain order thereafter. Which items bring you joy The main principle of Marie Kondo's method is to determine which items bring you joy. Tidying should be done in one day, but before that, you need to get rid of unnecessary things. Marie believes that when holding an item, you should feel warmth and joy. If an item causes doubt, it should be discarded. Thus, only those items that make you happy will remain in your home. The following items should be tidied: clothing and shoes; souvenirs and postcards; photos and drawings; cosmetics and hygiene products; bedding, curtains, tablecloths, towels. After tidying, it is important to organize the storage of the remaining items properly. The correct arrangement of items will change the interior and create harmony in the home. Designers also emphasize the importance of eliminating excess from the apartment. By freeing up space, you also free your thoughts for new ideas. Organizing order The KonMari method includes several stages that can be adjusted as you see fit. Start by getting rid of unnecessary items. Hold each item in your hands: the more negative emotions it evokes, the sooner it should be discarded. Do not be afraid to part with what only brings pain. Keep only useful items, focusing on your emotions. Letting go of clutter brings satisfaction and peace, as unnecessary items create a negative atmosphere. Gather all necessary items together and review them carefully. Sort items by category, not by storage location. This will help avoid clutter and allow you to realistically assess the number of items in your apartment. Starting the cleaning Starting the cleaning process can be difficult, so Marie advises beginning with the easiest items. These can be souvenirs or photographs. The main rule is: if you do not use an item, it should go in the trash or be given to those in need. There are items that seem valuable, but they should be discarded if they do not bring joy. Do not keep old gifts or photographs that evoke negative memories. Paperwork Sorting through documents is one of the most challenging tasks. Accumulated papers are often unnecessary. Gather all contacts and rewrite them in your phone, getting rid of outdated information. Keep only those documents that are truly important, and dispose of unnecessary papers. Sorting through clothing When sorting through clothing, get rid of items that do not fit or are damaged. The only exceptions are significant items, such as wedding dresses. Sort the remaining items by category for easier storage. Marie recommends storing clothes vertically so that you can see all items at once. Fold items into rectangles and organize them on hangers by weight and type of fabric. A few more useful cleaning tips The KonMari method offers many tips to help maintain order in everyday life: wash dishes immediately after meals; create a cleaning schedule; organize your bag; do not distribute storage spaces throughout the house; remember that cleaning is not the meaning of life. Do not be afraid to express creativity in cleaning. Change is a natural part of life, and it should be embraced with a smile and light thoughts.
