by cthorn | Apr 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
With the release of Marie Kondo’s new book “Joy at Work,” something rather surprising happened. My husband asked if I would help him KonMari his office at his workplace. He has been hinting around jokingly for a year or so that he would love to clear out his workspace...
by cthorn | Apr 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
The KonMari Method begins with the clothing category for a reason. Most people find it easier to make decisions about clothing than about sentimental items, for example, as the “spark joy” feeling tends to be an instinctive inner guide when choosing which items of...
by cthorn | Apr 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
As we begin another week of sheltering in place to keep our families, friends and strangers everywhere safe from the coronavirus, I find myself settling into my new norm. I’m feeling more calm and at peace with my new way of living, and also finding new ways to...
by cthorn | Apr 4, 2020 | Uncategorized
“Everyone needs a sanctuary.” —Marie Kondo, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” After more than two weeks at home pretty much 24/7, I’ve really begun to look around with a new perspective. What once was a space that simply looked good without serving a...