Like millions of other Americans, I recently finished watching all eight episodes of Netflix's Tidying Up with Marie Kondo. And then I started going through closets, dressers, and cabinets in my house. Items started disappearing. And as they disappeared, my smile grew bigger and my soul felt more at peace.
It's a phenomenon and it's sweeping the nation.
If you haven't yet watched the series (or read her book), Marie Kondo is a Japanese "tidying" expert. She specializes in helping others part with excess items for a minimalist lifestyle. Once items are pared down to essentials, Kondo assists with organization, demonstrating how best to display and store the things we need.
This process is not new. But the KonMari method is unique. She simply asks people, "Does this item spark joy for you?"
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