The KonMari Method, created by tidying guru Marie Kondo, offers a fresh way to declutter that's totally different from what most of us are used to doing when we have a clear out. That in itself is the point, we usually focus on what we’re getting rid off, what we’re clearing out, rather than what we’re keeping. So often I used to go through my wardrobe and get rid of the things that I didn’t wear, or didn’t like or were broken or didn’t fit. And what I kept was whatever was left. But the KonMari Method turns this around. It says, "Hey, focus on what sparks joy!" So, you think about what you really want to keep, not what you want to get rid of. It's all about finding joy in your belongings. Who knows what you might discover no longer sparks joy in your life. People have switched careers, moved cities or found new partners as a result of tidying using the KonMari Method.

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And when it comes to the practical side of things, the method suggests tidying by category, not by location. Again, a totally new way of doing things. So often we set a goal to tidy up a room. But there may be things from ten different categories in one drawer, let alone one room. Instead you tackle specific categories of items, beginning with clothes, then moving onto books, papers, komono (miscellaneous items), and, finally, sentimental items. This lets you see everything you have across your whole space, broken down into categories, which makes it easier to stay organised in the long term. It does mean sometimes things have to get a little messier before they become clearer - but it’s totally worth it!

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Marie Kondo's vision is to declutter and organise the world, and I wholeheartedly want to join her in this noble quest. So, my decision to become a KonMari consultant is not only about helping people; it's about embarking on a fulfilling journey to make a lasting impact, one tidied space at a time. If you're interested in working with me to tidy your space, I'd love to tackle your clutter together!