[Magic Cleaning 02] • Spark Joy (The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up) by Kondo, Marie -- Read -- Imperial Library of Trantor

Index

Title Page Copyright Contents Preface Introduction: The KonMari Method

The six basic rules of tidying

Part I | KonMari master tips

1: Honing your sensitivity to joy

Tidying is the act of confronting yourself; cleaning is the act of confronting nature If you don’t know what brings you joy, start with things close to your heart “It might come in handy” is taboo For essential things that don’t bring joy, look at what they do for you Save your cosplay for indoors Don’t confuse temporary clutter with rebound When you feel like quitting The clutter-photo shock treatment No matter how cluttered it looks, don’t pause, don’t stop, don’t quit If you’re terrible at tidying, you’ll experience the most dramatic change

2: How to fill your home with joy

Imagine your perfect lifestyle from a single photograph Keep items in the gray zone with confidence A joy-filled home is like your own personal art museum Add color to your life How to make the most of “useless” things that still spark joy Make your own personal power spot

3: Everything you need to know about storing joyfully

During the tidying process, storage is temporary Store by material Pack drawers like a Japanese bento box The four principles of storage Fold clothes like origami Everything you need to know about the KonMari folding method Plan storage with the idea of getting rid of furniture used for storing Ideal storage weaves a rainbow in your home

Part II | The tidying encyclopedia

4: Tidying clothes

Tops Bottoms Dresses and skirts Clothes that hang Socks and stockings Underwear A clothes closet that sparks joy Bags Clothing accessories Shoes Tips for packing a suitcase

5: Tidying books

Advice for those who think they can’t part with books Series Magazines and coffee-table books Storing books attractively

6: Tidying papers

The basic rule for papers: Discard everything Make a pending box Course materials Credit card statements Warranties Manuals Greeting cards Clippings Assign a day to attend to pending items

7: Tidying komono

CDs and DVDs Stationery supplies Electrical komono Skincare products and cosmetics Relaxation goods Medicines Valuables Sewing kits Tools Hobby komono Collectibles Things you kept “just because” Linen and bedding Towels Stuffed toys Recreational items Seasonal items Emergency supplies Rain gear Kitchen komono Cleaning supplies Laundry supplies Bathroom komono

8: Tidying sentimental items

Tidying sentimental items means putting the past in order Putting school memories in order Putting memories of past lovers in order Sentimental recordings Your children’s creations Life records Letters Tidying your photos as the final step in your campaign

Part III | Life-changing magic

9: A home that sparks joy

An entranceway that sparks joy A living room that sparks joy A kitchen that sparks joy An office that sparks joy A bedroom that sparks joy A bathroom that sparks joy

10: The changes that come when you’re done

Tidy up and put your love life in order Tidying brings relationships into focus If your family’s stuff bothers you, be like the sun Don’t force people to tidy if they don’t want to Teach your children how to fold Even if you fail, don’t worry—your house won’t blow up Things that spark joy soak up precious memories

Epilogue Afterword: Preparing for the next stage of your life Acknowledgments About the author Index

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