Spring Into It!

There has been much talk lately about the Kondo cleaning out with joy method and, certainly, we feel strongly that there is a lot to be said for it.

Some of us have read the book, watched the show, put some or more of it into action but if you have not done any of it and would like to start, here’s a great place to start.

Recently, Caitlin Rogers, who was appointed by Marie Kondo herself as a master consultant, was asked the question by Anna LaPiaca,  “What are the two clothing items that you should get rid of before anything else?” and this was her answer:

“1. Anything with rips, tears, or holes that’s beyond the point of no return

“Jeans that are duct-taped together,” Rogers began. While not all of us deal with that exact scenario, I’m sure you have one or a few items that you’re holding on to despite stains, rips, or other blemishes that keep you from actually wearing these clothes. She made a good point that if you’re not making the effort to properly repair and care for these pieces, then they likely don’t deserve to take up space in your closet. She says to think of your closet as valuable real estate—you wouldn’t want to pay a portion of your rent to house clothes you’re not even wearing, would you? Point taken.

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2. Pieces that carry unnecessary emotional baggage

That sweater that always reminds you of an ex-significant other or those earrings your grandmother passed down to you but are definitely not your style? These need to go. Rogers advises ridding your closet (and your headspace) of these pieces that dredge up negative memories that you may be keeping solely because you feel you have to. She pointed out part of working one-on-one with her clients involves finding people to sell or donate these things to who will fully appreciate them, so you don’t feel you have to simply throw them in the trash (especially if they hold value).”

So, let’s all start there!

Here’s to super growth and finding the joy!