Label everything
Labeling items will ensure you always know what’s hiding in a box. This is particularly important in the kitchen where simple things like spices can get confused (oregano and basil look an awful lot alike!). “When you can see everything in your pantry at a glance, you will stop purchasing duplicates and stocking unnecessary items,” Kondo shared on Instagram.
Read (and keep) books you love
Kondo admits that knowing which books to throw away and which to keep can be challenging. So ask yourself: “Books are a reflection of our thoughts and values… Will these books be beneficial to your life moving forward?” If the answer is yes, then keep a certain volume; if no, donate it to your local library.
Organize by color
One of Kondo’s most beloved tips is to organize everything—from books to clothes—by color. Not only does the exercise help you keep track of things, but it also ensures your organizational end result is visually pleasing. Other organizers have long agreed with the tactic.
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