Have you ever heard of the KonMari method? It’s a minimalist decluttering method created by Marie Kondo that has taken the world by storm. If you’re looking to tidy up your space and get organized, you might want to give it a try.
Marie Kondo’s KonMari method gained widespread popularity with the release of her book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up“. The book is a step-by-step guide on how to declutter your home and transform your life through the KonMari method.
The core philosophy of the KonMari method is to only keep items that “spark joy”. It might sound simple, but it’s a powerful concept. By focusing on joy, you’re more likely to surround yourself with items that make you happy and bring positivity into your life.
Kondo emphasizes the importance of being grateful for the items you’re discarding and letting them go with respect. This act of gratitude helps create a positive mindset and makes it easier to move on from the items you no longer need.
The KonMari method is all about decluttering your home by only keeping items that bring you joy. It’s a simple idea, but it can be incredibly effective. The method is broken down into specific categories, including clothing, books, papers, miscellaneous items, and sentimental items.
The first step is to gather all items from a specific category and lay them out in one place. Then, pick up each item and ask yourself if it brings you joy. If it doesn’t, it’s time to let it go. Kondo recommends thanking the item for its service and then either donating or throwing it away.
One of the greatest benefits of the KonMari method is that it encourages mindfulness regarding your belongings. By focusing on joy, this approach can help you distinguish which items hold significant value to you and which ones are simply taking up space. Additionally, it can aid in the creation of a home that truly brings you happiness by allowing you to focus on the things that matter most to you.
However, the method isn’t without its critics. Some people argue that it can be time-consuming and impractical, especially if you’re on a tight budget or have limited space. Others find the process of holding each item and asking if it brings joy to be overly sentimental.
At the end of the day, the KonMari method is just one approach to decluttering and organizing your home. It might not work for everyone, and that’s okay. The most important thing is to find a system that works for you and helps you create a space that makes you feel happy and comfortable.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to give the KonMari method a try? Let us know in the comments!
16 Responses
I loved reading your article on the KonMari method! Your personal experiences and insights were so relatable and helpful.
The Kon Mari method has been a great idea that has inspired so many people to get rid of their clutter and be organised. It’s been a rage for quite some time, right? Recently, though, I read somewhere that Marie Kondo has given up on her fetish for tidiness “in a good way”, after having her third child.
I guess in the end, we do what comes to us naturally at whatever stage of life we’re in.
I have tried the KonMari method of thanking the item before discarding it or giving it away, and it really feels good!
It’s a great idea. Will try to incorporate
Ummmm I did try to watch this series but I found it pretty tedious and gave up after 30 minutes into it. I guess its just not for me at all though the concept sounded really good to me. Have you followed it in your minimalism journey?
I haven’t tried the konmari method yet. I like your inclusion of minimalism in your life.
I have seen Marie Kondo videos on Netflix and YouTube. But reading your post wants me to declutter asap and ot wait for Diwali.
According to me sparking joy comes from within yourself, rather than the house you live in. But yes transforming your home to look simple and lovely is truly important for our mental health too.
Netflix has made an interesting series with a japanese expert on Konmari method and I had watched most of that episodes. indeed, this method is a great way to declutter our space and create a sense of calmness in our life.
Interesting to read new concepts and terminology, Shilpa. I was a hoarder but now i have learnt to declutter and i am grateful for that. Not extremely like konmari but yes, mindfulness for sure and minimalism
I feel saying goodbye to every item that has served its purpose is important. Of course, the gentler the goodbye, the better it is, after all it helped us for the time it stayed with us. I like this way.
Marie Kondo’s KonMari method as mentioned by you sounds iteresting but executing it in Indian culture sounds little difficult as Indian people are more keen to hold old stuffs as sign of memories and there by end up creating own clutters.
I heard about the Kon Mari method for the first time though the concept is not alien to me. It’s a simple as that isn’t it , what makes you happy keep it, what is not giving happiness in the present , let go of it!
I’m a Mumbaikar and our homes anyway don’t leave lot of space to hoard. Nevertheless, although this sounds effective it indeed is time-consuming. Also, what about the other people in your home and their stuff?
Personally, I liked the method Konmari dear it is a welcome addition to my knowledge. Also through it, I am spreading gratitude in the universe and helping someone genuinely in need.