Comments on: Organizing Using the KonMari Method

By: Neena Nandagopal

Neena Nandagopal — Fri, 17 May 2019 13:05:40 +0000

Hi Janet,
That is my take away as well. Some people find the “sparks joy” thing to be a little bit weird.

But I think we do this all the time without even realizing it.

Even when we shop or acquire things – we pick the thing that we like best, right? We don’t pick the ugly sweater – we pick the one that fits us best and that makes us feel happy and confident.

So why shouldn’t we use the same logic when we discard things?

It makes sense to me.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

By: Janet Schiesl

Janet Schiesl — Fri, 17 May 2019 11:34:07 +0000

I like the idea of not focusing on the discarding but instead focus on what you are going to keep. I suspect that’s why she has you take everything out and only put back what sparks joy. Looking at it from the positive aspect helps make decluttering not so daunting.

By: Neena Nandagopal

Neena Nandagopal — Sat, 11 May 2019 09:51:54 +0000

In reply to Janet Barclay.

Hi Janet,
Yes, it would be overwhelming. A little at a time is more my pace now too. But I suppose if you had a compelling reason to KonMari everything at once – maybe downsizing or making space for a new family member etc, then you wouldn’t have the luxury of time. 🙂

By: Janet Barclay

Janet Barclay — Thu, 09 May 2019 18:14:59 +0000

I understand the rationale for organizing the entire house in one fell swoop, even if it takes several months, but I find the concept so overwhelming that I’d probably never get started. I need to focus on one area at a time, then take a break before tackling the next one. That said, I haven’t read the book, so I may be missing something important.

By: Neena

Neena — Sat, 06 Feb 2016 23:03:18 +0000

In reply to Shellie H.

Hi Shellie,
Isn’t it amazing how much lighter of spirit we feel when we have less stuff?

I have really taken Marie Kondo’s strategies to heart – including the “Does it bring me joy?” question.

In fact, I have always said “surround yourself by things you love.” – but it was hard to put into practice.

The KonMari method and this book – provide the process to make it happen.

It sounds like you also have found the same inspiration from her words.

Thanks so much for stopping in!

By: Neena

Neena — Sat, 06 Feb 2016 22:58:16 +0000

In reply to Mar.

Hi Mar,
How is the KonMari method coming along for you?

I, too, was very inspired by this book. Though her methods can seem a little extreme, I am very aware of how much time I waste managing things (meaning objects that I own), many of which I do not use or need.

Visualize your destination is powerful – it really makes you set a goal for the organizing process. Otherwise you just end up shifting stuff from one place to another.

I also like her approach of organizing by category. After reading the book, I was inspired to tackle the over abundance of office supplies in my home. You have no idea how many notebooks, paperclips, tape dispensers, etc. I collected from the far corners of the house.

But now everything is in one place and it really has given me a feeling of control over my home office.

Thank you for the compliments about my website, I am so happy to have you join us!

By: Shellie H

Shellie H — Sat, 06 Feb 2016 05:58:31 +0000

I just read this book a couple weeks ago and have begun the “fell swoop” of decluttering and organizing my entire house. I absolutely love the book! It’s a different, refreshing view on tidying. It’s simple and makes sense. In practice, I have gone through my clothes and am now decluttering all our books. I feel more free and strangely more confident than before I began the process! I enjoy your review, your takeaway from Kondo’s book. Thank you.

By: Mar

Mar — Mon, 01 Feb 2016 16:19:59 +0000

Neena, I’m so glad you reviewed this book. I grabbed the Kindle version and read it through. I’m hoping to take my first steps this week. I think the most powerful part for me was “Visualize your destination.” It helped me get in touch with the essence of the life I’m after – both in my home and in my business. And I can see how using the KonMari Method can get me there.

I’ve also explored the business posts on your blog and appreciate what you’re offering. I signed up for your updates and look forward to learning more from you. Thank you for sharing your expertise and passion with the world!