The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up
by Marie Kondo
Key Concepts
Spark Joy
Keep only items that genuinely bring you joy.
Tidy by Category
Declutter all items of one type together, not room by room.
Discard First
Before organizing, focus solely on discarding what you don't need.
One-Time Event
Commit to a single, intensive tidying festival, not a gradual process.
Respect Objects
Acknowledge and thank items for their service before letting them go.
Action Items
Gather all items of a single category (e.g., clothes) in one place.
Hold each item and ask yourself, "Does this spark joy?"
Fold clothes vertically to maximize drawer and closet space.
Assign a permanent home for every single item you decide to keep.
Discard items that no longer serve you with gratitude.
Core Thesis
Decluttering your home completely, once and for all, transforms your entire life.
Mindset Shift
The book shifts the perspective from endless organizing to a one-time, decisive decluttering that redefines your relationship with possessions and self.