Jen Smith of Modern Frugality discusses modifying the KonMari method for aspiring minimalists. She shares her journey of paying off $78,000 of debt in 23 months. Topics include decluttering, frugality, and practical tips for living a minimalist lifestyle.
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Category Decluttering
The KonMari Method focuses on decluttering by category (clothes, books, etc.) instead of by room.
This helps gather all similar items and promotes a more thorough decluttering process.
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Modified KonMari
Find a minimalism method that suits your personality and lifestyle.
Jen Smith prefers the KonMari Method but modifies it to fit her needs.
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KonMari Rules
Commit to the process and visualize your ideal minimalist lifestyle.
Finish discarding items before organizing, for a more efficient decluttering experience.
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Jen Smith of Modern Frugality shares how the aspiring minimalist can modify the KonMari method.
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Jen Smith is a twenty-something on budget with an uber-frugal husband. Travis and her got married on October 3rd, 2015 with almost $78,000 of debt between them. With lots of frugality and side hustles, they paid it off in 23 months and have been debt free since August 31st, 2017. Growing up no one taught Jen about personal finance. There was never any talk about retirement, investing, or life insurance. When she went to college she had no clue how to pay for it so she took out loans a credit card to get by. Jen's goal is to prove to all the haters that living frugally isn't boing or just for privileged people. She wants to encourage you and help you along your journey in paying off debt and ditching the clutter that holds you back.