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The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying

A simple, effective way to banish clutter forever
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The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying by Marie Kondo presents the KonMari Method, a revolutionary approach to decluttering and organising your home. The book guides you through a step-by-step process of evaluating your belongings, keeping only those that bring joy, and discarding the rest. The goal is to simplify your environment and create a more serene, orderly space.
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You might like this book if you seek a fresh approach to decluttering and organizing your home. It offers practical advice and a unique philosophy that encourages keeping only items that bring you joy, helping to create a more peaceful and tidy living space.

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Marie Kondo will help you declutter your life with her new major Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.


Transform your home into a permanently clear and clutter-free space with the incredible KonMari Method.

Live in a clean and clutter-free home forever with the life-changing KonMari Method - now a multi-million copy international bestseller

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Transform your life and home with The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying by Marie Kondo, the acclaimed international bestseller that introduced millions to the revolutionary KonMari Method. Japan's expert declutterer and professional organiser, Marie Kondo, lays out her inspirational and practical guide for sorting, decluttering, and organising your living space once and for all.

Marie Kondo's method is distinctive in that it addresses tidying as a unique marathon, tackling possessions category by category rather than room by room. This approach ensures lasting results and a permanently clutter-free home. The key is to keep only the items that spark joy and discard those that no longer serve a purpose. By following her step-by-step instructions, readers can transform their homes into spaces of serenity and inspiration.

Not just a guide to cleaning, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying offers profound insights into the relationship between our possessions and our well-being. Kondo reveals how a meticulously organised home can positively impact every aspect of life, from boosting self-confidence to fostering greater success, enhancing energy, and cultivating motivation. The mental clarity that comes from a tidy space can even inspire the courage to let go of negative aspects of life, such as unhealthy relationships, chronic stress, or persistent weight issues.

As a pivotal element of her philosophy, Marie Kondo encourages readers to visualise their ideal lifestyle before decluttering, making sure each item kept aligns with that vision. This process not only keeps the home immaculate but also supports continued personal growth and joy.

Featuring practical tips, illustrative anecdotes, and a gentle, encouraging tone, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying is more than a bookβ€”it's a pathway to a happier, healthier existence. Experience the unparalleled joy and mindful living that comes from a perfectly tidy space through Marie Kondo's profound yet simple principles. Embrace the transformative power of the KonMari Method and enjoy a life free from clutter forever.

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The strength of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying is its simplicity. Marie Kondo, the new decluttering queen, has inspired a global tidying craze with her promise of a one-time, life-long clear out. Following the KonMari Method, as some reviewers suggest, can transform tidiness into a form of psychotherapy for both home and inhabitants.

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ISBN: 9780091955106

Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 April 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vermilion

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 239g

Pages: 256

About the Author

MARIE KONDO started reading housewives' magazines from the age of five and loved the order and beauty of the well-organised spaces she saw in them. Then, from the age of 15 she started studying tidying seriously. She started with her own bedroom and then moved onto her siblings'. Today she runs a highly successful business in Tokyo helping clients transform their cluttered homes into spaces of beauty, peace and inspiration.

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