How To Academy Podcast Marie Kondo - How to Live
Oct 24, 2025
Marie Kondo, the renowned tidying expert and author, dives into the harmony of Japanese culture and the art of living with intention. She shares insights on rituals like oosoji for welcoming new year's spirits, and the balance of modern life with ancient customs. Kondo explains the concept of motainai, advocating for mindful living and repurposing objects to avoid waste. She emphasizes daily use of cherished items to spark joy and discusses the importance of family in embracing imperfection. Tune in for practical tips on tidying and finding peace in your home.
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Objects Follow Seasonal Cycles
- Marie Kondo links the cycle of seasons to relationships with objects, which change from new joy to eventual parting.
- She argues expressing gratitude mirrors seasonal transitions and clarifies when to let items go.
Use Annual Purification Rituals
- Perform a big annual clean to purify your home and welcome the new year both physically and spiritually.
- Treat cleansing as renewal to invite good luck and start fresh rather than mere chores.
Daily Purification Practices
- Purify regularly using baths, salt, crystals, smoke, fragrance or sound to refresh body and space.
- Use purification to clear energy so you can see your feelings and true needs more clearly.
