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Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up : The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo (2014, Hardcover)
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PublisherPotter/Ten SPEED/Harmony/Rodale
ISBN-101607747308
ISBN-139781607747307
eBay Product ID (ePID)201578042
Product Key Features
Book TitleLife-Changing Magic of Tidying Up : the Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicZen, Personal Growth / General, Cleaning, Caretaking & Organizing, General, Motivational & Inspirational
IllustratorYes
GenrePhilosophy, House & Home, Self-Help
AuthorMarie Kondo
Book SeriesThe Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up Ser.
FormatHardcover
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Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight9.2 Oz
Item Length7.3 in
Item Width5.1 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2014-017930
Dewey Edition23
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Reviews"Ms. Kondo delivers her tidy manifesto like a kind of Zen nanny, both hortatory and animistic." -- The New York Times "The most organized woman in the world." -- PureWow "All hail the new decluttering queen Marie Kondo, whose mess-busting bestseller has prompted a craze for tidying in homes across the world ... one proper clear out is all you need for the rest of your life." -- Good Housekeeping (UK) "[It is] enough to salute Kondo for her recognition of something quietly profound: that mess is often about unhappiness, and that the right kind of tidying can be a kind of psychotherapy for the home as well as for the people in it ... Its strength is its simplicity." -- The London Times, #1 New York Times Best Seller Amazon's Best Book of 2014 in Crafts, Home & Garden "Ms. Kondo delivers her tidy manifesto like a kind of Zen nanny, both hortatory and animistic." -- The New York Times "...a literal how-to-heave-ho, and I recommend it for anyone who struggles with the material excess of living in a privileged society. (Thanks to Ms. Kondo, I kiss my old socks goodbye.) ... To show you how serious my respect for Ms. Kondo is: if I ever get a tattoo, it will say, Spark Joy!" -- Jamie Lee Curtis, TIME "The most organized woman in the world." -- PureWow "...the Japanese expert's ode to decluttering is simple and easy to follow." -- Vogue.com "...her voice...is by turns stern and enchanted, like a fairy godmother for socks." -- The Wall Street Journal "Reading it, you glimpse a glittering mental freedom from the unread/uncrafted/unworn, buyer's remorse, the nervous eyeing of real estate listings. Life's overwhelm, conquered." -- The Atlantic "All hail the new decluttering queen Marie Kondo, whose mess-busting bestseller has prompted a craze for tidying in homes across the world ... one proper clear out is all you need for the rest of your life." -- Good Housekeeping (UK) "Kondo challenges you to ask yourself whether each object you have is achieving a purpose. Is it propelling you forward or holding you in the past?" -- USA Today "...a brief and bracing practical guide to tidying up your home." -- Financial Times "[It is] enough to salute Kondo for her recognition of something quietly profound: that mess is often about unhappiness, and that the right kind of tidying can be a kind of psychotherapy for the home as well as for the people in it ... Its strength is its simplicity." -- The London Times, "Ms. Kondo delivers her tidy manifesto like a kind of Zen nanny, both hortatory and animistic." -- The New York Times "The most organized woman in the world." -- PureWow "All hail the new decluttering queen Marie Kondo, whose mess-busting bestseller has prompted a craze for tidying in homes across the world ... one proper clear out is all you need for the rest of your life." -- Good Housekeeping "[It is] enough to salute Kondo for her recognition of something quietly profound: that mess is often about unhappiness, and that the right kind of tidying can be a kind of psychotherapy for the home as well as for the people in it ... Its strength is its simplicity." -- The London Times, #1 New York Times Best Seller Amazon's Best Book of 2014 in Crafts, Home & Garden "Ms. Kondo delivers her tidy manifesto like a kind of Zen nanny, both hortatory and animistic." -- The New York Times ". . . a literal how-to-heave-ho, and I recommend it for anyone who struggles with the material excess of living in a privileged society. (Thanks to Ms. Kondo, I kiss my old socks goodbye.) ... To show you how serious my respect for Ms. Kondo is: if I ever get a tattoo, it will say, Spark Joy!" -- Jamie Lee Curtis, TIME "This book is a cult. A totally reasonable, scary cult that works, doesn't kill people (a bonus), but does drastically change your life. In this case -- for the better." -- Buzzfeed "The most organized woman in the world." -- PureWow ". . . the Japanese expert's ode to decluttering is simple and easy to follow." -- Vogue.com ". . . her voice . . . is by turns stern and enchanted, like a fairy godmother for socks." -- The Wall Street Journal "Reading it, you glimpse a glittering mental freedom from the unread/uncrafted/unworn, buyer's remorse, the nervous eyeing of real estate listings. Life's overwhelm, conquered." -- The Atlantic "All hail the new decluttering queen Marie Kondo, whose mess-busting bestseller has prompted a craze for tidying in homes across the world . . . one proper clear out is all you need for the rest of your life." -- Good Housekeeping (UK) "How could this pocket-sized book, which has already sold over 2 million copies and sits firmly atop the New York Times Best Seller list, make such a big promise? Here's the short answer: Because it's legit. . . . Kondo's method really can change your life -- if you let it." -- TODAY.com "Kondo challenges you to ask yourself whether each object you have is achieving a purpose. Is it propelling you forward or holding you in the past?" -- USA Today ". . . a brief and bracing practical guide to tidying up your home." -- Financial Times "[It is] enough to salute Kondo for her recognition of something quietly profound: that mess is often about unhappiness, and that the right kind of tidying can be a kind of psychotherapy for the home as well as for the people in it . . . Its strength is its simplicity." -- The London Times, "Its strength is its simplicity." -- Richard Lloyd Parry, The London Times "All hail the new decluttering queen Marie Kondo, whose mess-busting bestseller has prompted a craze for tidying in homes across the world ... one proper clear out is all you need for the rest of your life." -- Good Housekeeping "[It is] enough to salute Kondo for her recognition of something quietly profound: that mess is often about unhappiness, and that the right kind of tidying can be a kind of psychotherapy for the home as well as for the people in it." -- The London Times
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Table Of ContentIntroduction Why can''t I keep my house in order? You can''t tidy if you''ve never learned how A tidying marathon doesn''t cause rebound Tidy a little a day and you''ll be tidying forever Why you should aim for perfection The moment you start you reset your life Storage experts are hoarders Sort by category, not by location Don''t change the method to suit your personality Make tidying a special event, not a daily chore Finish discarding first Start by discarding, all at once, intensely and completely Before you start, visualize your destination Selection criterion: does it spark joy? One category at a time Starting with mementos spells certain failure Don''t let your family see If you''re mad at your family, your room may be the cause What you don''t need, your family doesn''t either Tidying is a dialogue with one''s self What to do when you can''t throw something away Tidying by category works like magic Tidying order: follow the correct order of categories Clothing: place every item of clothing in the house on the floor Loungewear: downgrading to "loungewear" is taboo Clothing storage: fold it right and solve your storage problems How to fold: the best way to fold for perfect appearance Arranging clothes: the secret to energizing your closet Storing socks: treat your socks and stockings with respect Seasonal clothes: eliminate the need to store off-season clothes Storing books: put all your books on the floor Unread books: "sometime" means "never" Books to keep: those that belong in the hall of fame Sorting papers: rule of thumb--discard everything All about papers: how to organize troublesome papers Komono (miscellaneous items): keep things because you love them--not "just because" Common types of komono : disposables Small change: make "into my wallet" your motto Sentimental items: your parents'' home is not a haven for mementos Photos: cherish who you are now Astounding stockpiles I have seen Reduce until you reach the point where something clicks Follow your intuition and all will be well Storing your things to make your life shine Designate a place for each thing Discard first, store later Storage: pursue ultimate simplicity Don''t scatter storage spaces Forget about "flow planning" and "frequency of use" Never pile things: vertical storage is the key No need for commercial storage items The best way to store bags is in another bag Empty your bag every day Items that usurp floor space belong in the closet Keep things out of the bath and the kitchen sink Make the top shelf of the bookcase your personal shrine Decorate your closet with your secret delights Unpack and de-tag new clothes immediately Don''t underestimate the "noise" of written information Appreciate your possessions and gain strong allies The magic of tidying dramatically transforms your life Put your house in order and discover what you really want to do The magic effect of tidying Gaining confidence in life through the magic of tidying An attachment to the past or anxiety about the future Learning that you can do without Do you greet your house? Your possessions want to help you Your living space affects your body Is it true that tidying increases good fortune? How to identify what is truly precious Being surrounded by things that spark joy makes you happy Your real life begins after putting your house in order Afterword About the author Index
Synopsis#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - The book that sparked a revolution and inspired the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo the original guide to decluttering your home once and for all. ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS OF THE DECADE--CNN Despite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles? Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo takes tidying to a whole new level, promising that if you properly simplify and organize your home once, you'll never have to do it again. Most methods advocate a room-by-room or little-by-little approach, which doom you to pick away at your piles of stuff forever. The KonMari Method, with its revolutionary category-by-category system, leads to lasting results. In fact, none of Kondo's clients have lapsed (and she still has a three-month waiting list). With detailed guidance for determining which items in your house "spark joy" (and which don't), this international bestseller will help you clear your clutter and enjoy the unique magic of a tidy home--and the calm, motivated mindset it can inspire., #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * The book that sparked a revolution and inspired the hit Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo : the original guide to decluttering your home once and for all. ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS OF THE DECADE--CNN Despite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles? Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo takes tidying to a whole new level, promising that if you properly simplify and organize your home once, you'll never have to do it again. Most methods advocate a room-by-room or little-by-little approach, which doom you to pick away at your piles of stuff forever. The KonMari Method, with its revolutionary category-by-category system, leads to lasting results. In fact, none of Kondo's clients have lapsed (and she still has a three-month waiting list). With detailed guidance for determining which items in your house "spark joy" (and which don't), this international bestseller will help you clear your clutter and enjoy the unique magic of a tidy home--and the calm, motivated mindset it can inspire., The #1 New York Times bestselling guide to decluttering your home and the inspiration for the hit Netflix show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo . Despite constant efforts to declutter your home, do papers still accumulate like snowdrifts and clothes pile up like a tangled mess of noodles? Japanese cleaning consultant Marie Kondo takes tidying to a whole new level, promising that if you properly simplify and organize your home once, you'll never have to do it again. Most methods advocate a room-by-room or little-by-little approach, which doom you to pick away at your piles of stuff forever. The KonMari Method, with its revolutionary category-by-category system, leads to lasting results. In fact, none of Kondo's clients have lapsed (and she still has a three-month waiting list). With detailed guidance for determining which items in your house "spark joy" (and which don't), this international bestseller featuring Tokyo's newest lifestyle phenomenon will help you clear your clutter and enjoy the unique magic of a tidy home--and the calm, motivated mindset it can inspire.
LC Classification NumberTX321.K6613 2014
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- May 24, 2019Top favorable review
Energy of cleanliness is here
I have read other books about how to organize/clean your home. However, the way this book is unique and different is that the author meets me where I'm at. No matter how bad your home/office is, she has seen it and has been hired to clean/organize it. If you are willing to use the author's method, your space will be transformed. More importantly, it will not go back to the way it was. Brilliantly, author makes a connection between holding onto emotional baggage and holding onto items that don't bring us joy. Even though the book is translated from Japaneese, the words brought healing uplifting motivating energy to me. After reading the first couple of pages, I spent the rest of the day cleaning. It is that inspiring. If anyone can relate to me with a home in poor shape and they don't know where to begin, this book is pure gold. I highly recommend it. It is a great investment in your life, cleanliness of your home and emotional well being, happiness and sanity. PS: author even helped hoarders without judgement.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 11, 2024Top critical review
Book is a waste of $.
Total waste of Money. This was more of the Author's Autobiography, then on cleaning. She thinks you should throw out .....blaw blaw blaw, Not for me! Check out FLY LADY. Its free on the Internet, helps you catch up, and stay caught up.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- May 05, 2016
The Joy of Tidying
I'm not organized or neat but I want to be ... thus I have spent tons of money over the years on decluttering books, organizing books, self-help books for hoarders, etc etc etc. I start reading them but soon lose interest and those books just become more clutter. But I am amazed to say this book is the only one that makes me believe I can do it. Marie Kondo emphasizes keeping only those items that spark joy in your life ... it's that simple and that freeing. Don't get rid of what you don't want but instead keep only what sparks joy. There are so many nuggets of wisdom throughout this took that I am re-reading it and highlighting those nuggets. This is one book I will keep because it is life-changing, just like the title says.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 16, 2019
It changed my life and my home.
My closets, cupboards, and guest bedroom had become storage areas. I kept saying “Well, it’s not eating anything” or “I might need this someday” to avoid making decisions about items. After reading Marie Kondo’s book, "The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing,” I experienced a lightning-bolt insight – DO IT NOW! I started gathering clothes that didn’t fit, shoes that hurt my feet, and handbags I hadn’t used in years. I put them in the charity sack that I kept in my closet and rarely filled. Next, the kitchen. I had to move extra pots to get to the ones behind, I had multiple cookie sheets, a spare set of silverware, extra baking pans – all, OUT! If looking at it depressed me, it went in the charity sacks. My attitude changed from “If I move, would I move this?” to “Does this spark joy?” Thanks to this book, clearing out has become a joyful experience and is benefiting others.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 29, 2019
A new passion for Tidying
After listening to the audio version, I became motivated to try tidying my home. Perhaps it seems like a basic concept, if it brings you joy, keep it; if not, toss it; but it's amazing how much I've collected over the years. This basic principal really has brought upon me a passion to get my home tidy!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 05, 2016
The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up
Love this book! Bought it with the intention of giving it to a relative who needs it a heck of a lot more than I do. Well, began reading and couldn't stop, also couldn't stop reacting to the author's advice and immediately changing my way of tidying up everything I own! Well worth the read. Keep a copy for yourself and gift one to that someone who really needs it more!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 13, 2015
Very helpful
I was a bit skeptical of some of the methods in this book since it goes against a lot of the most well known methods of decluttering. However, I gave it an honest shot and I do have to say that I got rid of a lot more stuff using the KonMari method than any other method. The only thing I don't 100% agree with is how the book says to handle papers. It says to get rid of all papers except for birth certificates and leases. This is just not practical where I live. That being said I did pair down a lot of my papers. Over all I think it's a very useful read.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 13, 2018
The Best Book to Actually Declutter and Take Back Control of Your House and Your Life
I am a very organized person, and I have read dozens of books and articles about organizing, decluttering, and simplifying. This easy and fast to read book consolidates the best practices and processes, clearly explains why one gets hung up trying to put things in order, and keeps everything short, sweet and simple. Reading this book was transformative! When we get caught up with business, family, life in general, we end up sidetracked or cannot "find the time" to actually tackle big/tough jobs. After reading this book, I had a lot of insights about how to reset my thinking, find time, and create a clear picture or what needed to be done and how to do it. I highly recommend this book to everyone!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 16, 2016
Wonderful Read!!!! Very Helpful!!!!
I love how simple and straight forward Marie Kondo's advice is in this amazing book. Basically, if you have the desire to declutter, instead of looking at your stack of T-shirts and saying, which ones should I discard... You ask yourself, "Which of these T-shirts do I love and want to keep?" It makes a world of difference!!!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 04, 2017
Not Your Typical Organization Book
The only reason I am not grading this a 5-star book is that I have not completed the process and have yet to see if the reality matches the dream, although I have been inspired to get my act together by this book. The approach is a little different, in that she treats your possessions like animate objects and encourages you to thank them for their service to you and then release them on to something else, but it is actually sort of freeing to imagine setting my things free to fulfill their potential in someone else's life. I no longer imagine the WASTE of my things being discarded, but the POTENTIAL to make someone else happy. I also think that her approach may serve me better than the "clean one room at a time" method everyone has been pushing on me for so long. That hasn't worked at all, and so much of what Kondo says does make sense. I am looking forward to this process now!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
