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I came up with 17 ways to use these little plastic cups. Can you think of more? . . 1. Snacks (of course) 2. Leftovers 3. Salad dressing to-go 4. Chopped ingredients (garlic/ginger) 5. Mini homemade Lego kits to-go 6. Half cut lemon/lime 7. Craft beads 8. Hair bands 9. Paper clips 10. Push pins 11. Cotton pads soaked with makeup remover for travel use 12. Laundry Detergent for camping 13. Play Doh 14. Dog treats for walks 15. Nuts and bolts, screws, nails 16. Protein/Beverage powder to-go 17. Stacking toy for a toddler . . Which is your favorite? I love having multi-purpose containers that can nest and stack so they take up the smallest footprint in the cabinet. By the way, these are stored in a repurposed baby wipe box! . . Follow for more tips to simplify your busy life. 😊 . . . . #simplifyyourlife #organizedlife #livewithless #multifunctional #reusablecontainers #konmari #konmarimethod #organizingideas #mykonmari #konmaritips #organizingtips #organizinghacks #busymoms #tipsforparents #repurpose #kitchentips #morewithless #tidyingup #tidyup #tidy #tidyingtips #simpletips #simplifyyourspace #declutter #declutteryourlife #decluttering #clutterfreeliving #domorewithless #makelifeeasier #foodcontainer
To be honest, years ago our home looked like we had enough toys to run a daycare. The insecurities as a parent contributed to new toys coming in with promises of learning. Unfortunately most of what I learned was how irritated and angry I had become dealing with the clutter. The situation did not spark joy, and I had to pause to examine what habits and family values I was teaching the kids. . . I recall the times when I’m out in nature with them. I love how much more engaged and patient they are with one another, and how creative and resourceful they can be with just rocks and sticks. I decided to make a change to focus on practicing “less is more”. . . There are so many lessons such as respect, gratitude, responsibly, and independence that you can teach your children through tidying. I shared some of that in my recent IGTV tour of my sons’ bedroom. I hope you will find some helpful tips for your family. . . 💪🏻It takes a village to transform old family routines and habits. Share this with your partner and friends so you can support one another. . . . . . . . . #tidyingup #decluttering #konmarimethod #familyvalues #teachkids #konmaritips #declutteryourlife #tidyup #tidyhome #organizedkids #declutteryourhome #konmariwithkids #teachresponsibility #independentkids #gratitudeattitude #sparkjoy #choosejoy #practicegratitude #teachthemyoung #lifeskills #kidslearning #simplejoy #kidschores #parentingishard #simplifyyourlife #toomanytoys #livewithless #livingwithless #bemorewithless
“Good things come in small packages” is an understatement for Marie Kondo. Since I first met her in 2017, Marie has published 3 more books with another one on the way, launched an online course and product line, produced a hugely successful Netflix series. And last but not least, she’s continuing to train certified KonMari consultants from around the world. She has proven that choosing to do what sparks joy can bring magic to your life. . . Reflecting on being my own boss, it has definitely been a constant self growth experience. I recently posted a question in my story to see if you guys wanted more content related to organizing with kids. Over 70% of you did, which has given me something to think about. With my parenting instruction background, my book to help new moms, and experience being a pre-school Mandarin teacher, my interest has always been to support a positive family life. So as I enter the third year of my business, I am exploring new directions to not only help change the life of one client, but to expand it into a whole family life transformation. First step, create a vision board! . . Follow for more organizing tips and inspirations as I transition into year 3. I am excited to see what the universe will bring. . . . . . #konmari #mariekondo #konmarimethod #sparkjoy #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #certifiedkonmariconsultant #konmariconsultants #konmariconsultantintraining #konmaritrainee #declutteryourbusiness #goodthingscomeinsmallpackages #organizedfamily #tidyfamily #declutteryourlife #declutterlikeamother #professionalorganizer #ichoosejoy #choosingjoy #meetingmyidol #oneofthebestdays #conqueringfears #goafteryourdreams #dreamsdocometrue✨ #beingyourownboss #bossgirl #smallbusinessowner #momswhothrive #dontunderestimateme #mariekondoinspired #konmarilife
You know that clutter. You pass it all the time but then you look away. That was me. Although “organized” by nature, my clutter was out of sight but never out of mind. The organized rooms had packed closets and drawers. My mind and schedules were scattered and overloaded. . . I never could have imagined how deeply tidying would change my life. Keeping joy created a simpler, more joyful, lifestyle I wanted to live. I had spent decades prior just trying to keep up with what everyone else was doing. Through tidying I found my voice. Plus, the gratitude piece was always missing from how I used to declutter. I was merely rearranging stuff, but never examined the choices I made. Some days I can’t believe the magic that I’ve been able to receive by making the space for it. . . I am so grateful that now I get to share my learnings with my clients and see the transformation in their lives. It is the gift that keeps on giving. I hope if you’ve started to tidy, that you keep on going until you have realized your ideal vision. Reach out if you need support or guidance. It is truly worth it to clear the path and go after what you deserve: A life full of joy. . . . . . . #declutteryourlife #clutterfreeliving #getorganized #konmari #konmarimethod #konmariconsultants #sparkjoy #tidyup #organizedlife #professionalorganizer #tidytips #tryingtoorganize #organizedmom #clutterfree #homeorganization #mindsetiseverything #positiveaffirmations #intentionsetting #makeyourselfapriority #ownyourlife #powerfulquotes #createyourlife #changeforthebetter #goafteryourdreams #quotesofwisdom #embracethejourney #organizedhome #decluttering #letgoofthepast #createyourvision
Which one are you this morning? 🙂☹️😫🥱🥶 . . Mornings can get hectic in our household. But having KonMari-folded drawers has always helped me start the day a little easier. I can quickly pick out the clothes that matches the energy I need that day. And I find comfort knowing that my drawers are still organized after trying the method almost 4 years ago! . . Make room in your hanging closet for coats and jackets by storing out-of-season shirts such as these summer brights in a box with lid. . . Simplify your life. Make room for joy! . . Check out my IGTV for how-to KonMari-fold videos 😍📺 . . . . . #organizedlife #decluttering #konmarifolding #konmarimethod #organizeddrawers #tidyingup #mykonmari #sparkjoy #mariekondo #mariekondomethod #mariekondostyle #mondaymonday #organizingtips #organizingideas #homeorganizing #getorganized #organizedmom #hecticday #startthedayoffright #startthedaywithasmile #clutterfreeliving #clutterfree #foldingclothes #neatness #happylifestyle #joyfullife #ichoosejoy #behappyeveryday #tidyingupwithmariekondo #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup
Are your hands full but keep piling on more? . . I was like that. . . After having my first son, my carried my own childhood emotional baggages along with new fears and insecurities of being a new mom. But I’d rarely showed that side. Instead of just taking care of myself, I took on more. I published a book called “THE NEW MOMMY HANDBOOK”, and became the president of a mom support group. While I truly wanted to help others, I was finding comfort from others in similar positions, but keeping busy helped me avoiding dealing with my own issues. . . During my tidying journey, many of my belongings triggered those unresolved fears and guilt. I confronted my stained gray mommy uniforms, the stacks of self help books, and all of the things that kept me from feeling free or in control. Letting go allowed me to breathe, and overtime made room in my heart to love myself. . . Can you relate? Where are you in your journey? . . . . . #lettinggoquotes #letgoofthepast #declutteryourlife #declutteryourhome #changeforthebetter #selfcarequotes #putyourselffirst #helpyourself #firsttimemom #firsttimemommy #ineedtochange #selfhealing #selfhealingjourney #openyourheart #opentoreceive #giveandreceive #gratitudeattitude #konmari #konmarimethod #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #tidyingup #tidyingupwithmariekondo #organizedlife #organizedhome #clearyourmind #clutterfreeliving #clutterfree #transformyourmind #transformyourself #youareworthit
Is it normal? . . I received a great question about feeling emotional during the discarding process. Disorganization can be both the cause and result of frustrations and stress for many people. I know all too well the range of difficult emotions you can feel when confronting the choices you’ve made. Or get caught off guard by memories or fears triggered by even the most mundane things. But by understanding the source of the feelings and releasing them with gratitude, you will learn more certain of what joy feels like to you. . . Keeping only what fits into your ideal lifestyle, storing items for maximizing visibility and accessibility (by type, material, color, or size)will alter the energy and behavior of those living in that space. . . Trust that even if the path to joy is uncomfortable, it’s so worth it. 💪🏻💪🏻 . On a scale of 1-10, 10 being the most emotional, how has your tidying journey been for you? . . For more pantry organizing tips, check out my blog post. Link in bio. 😊 . . . . . . #lettinggoofthepast #tidyingup #mykonmari #konmarimethod #tryingtoorganize #declutteryourlife #organizedlife #organizedhome #masonjars #pantryorganization #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #emotionalrelease #emotionaltriggers #clutterfree #clutterfreeliving #mindfulliving #challengeyourselfdaily #konmaritips #disorganized #declutteryourmind #momswhoblog #declutteryourhome #decluttered #declutteringmylife #tidy #pantryorganization #ichoosejoy #ineedtochange #feelyourfeelings #stayorganized #simplifyyourlife
Imagine your space without clutter. What does it feel like? . . What is the next action you can take to get one step closer to feeling that way? Maybe it’s been a long week, maybe you feel scared or overwhelmed, but be mindful that your body is giving you those signals to protect you from discomfort. YOU know in your heart what to do. I’ve been at both ends of the spectrum and I am here to tell, you even if it feel impossible, you will be ok. Because you can focus on the good and just choose to keep the things that make you feel joy. Today, take that one step, however small to create a little space in your surroundings and in your mind, for YOU. . . . . . You can take one more step, join me at my upcoming immersive workshop in lower Manhattan to experience more self care, self awareness, and self growth. Link in my bio. . . . . . #mindfulliving #konmari #simplifyyourlife #makeroomforawesome #selfcaretips #selfgrowthjourney #selfdevelopement #simplifylife #sparkjoy #findjoyinthejourney #findingyourjoy #pushyourselfeveryday #everybitcounts #everybithelps #declutteryourlife #declutteryourhome #declutteryourmind #tidyingup #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup #trustyourjourney #trustyourpath #dowhatyoucant #overcomefear #takethenextstep #intentionalliving #intentionallife #visionboard #createthelifeyouwant #createyourlife #createandcultivate
Do you make your own happiness? . . While chatting with my dear friend, I realized that she knew me at a time when I accepted life as a series of worries, frustrations, and struggles you must endure to achieve happiness. I thanked my friend for being there for me. I am sure it wasn’t easy. . . Through the KonMari method, a clarity and lightness surfaced. Choosing which belongings to keep was truly the magic of tidying. I grew more confident with each decision that prioritized my happiness. I felt in control when I finally understood that happiness doesn’t come to you, it comes from you. . . I am not “cured”, but I much more aware of how to relieve the physical and mental clutter that used to weigh me down. And I feel so grateful for the journey and the fears and attachments I left behind . . . Has the magic of tidying changed your life? 🙋🏻‍♀️ Follow my feed as I’ll continue to be open and share my stories in hopes of inspiring you through my experiences, to live a life that sparks joy. . . . . #konmari #happinessisachoice #ichoosejoy #declutteryourlife #tidyingupwithmariekondo #tidyingup #choosehappiness #choosehappy #happinessisthekey #happinessissimple #tidyup #inspirationstation #followyourintuition #dontsufferinsilence #youareincontrol #makelifehappen #yourlifematters #yourlifeyourway #organizedlife #momssupportingmoms #momsupport #konmarilife #clutterfree #organizeyourlife #takecharge #loveyourselfquotes #makeyourownhappiness #makeyourownhappy #konmarimethod #thelifechangingmagicoftidyingup

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