Recently, I noticed that no matter how much I organized and got rid of things, it seemed like my house still wasn’t decluttered enough. Working one space/cupboard/drawer at a time through my house, organizing each one, simply wasn’t working. By the time I got a few areas clean, there were new “stash spots” appearing elsewhere.
Just as I was getting ready to redouble my efforts, and began ruthlessly going through my clothes, weeding out items I hadn’t worn in forever, I heard about this book called, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing”
I literally read straight through the book in two days.
It was the perfect time for me to read this book, and I believe it will save me from further frustration with the never-ending clutter battle.
To be honest, I did not agree with absolutely everything in this book. There were a few things that were unnecessary, and a little “out there”, particularly in the last chapter…but my overall takeaway was immense. I am viewing my stuff and my house from a completely new lens now!
If you haven’t read this book, I highly recommend getting a copy of it, or see if your library has it. There was a waiting list for it at my library. Women are excited about this new way of keeping the house tidy all.the.time., and after reading the book, I can totally see why.
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I have never been so excited to get rid of stuff, and this will be a huge step towards the minimalist lifestyle I want to achieve!
Now that I’ve finished this book, I’m giving it away. For a chance to win it, comment below.* I will randomly select a winner from the comments, and ship you my once-read copy of “The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up” for FREE!
Read my post “Why I’m giving away my library.” to learn more about my once-read book giveaways. 🙂
Have you read any books recently that completely changed your mind about something, and gave you a fresh perspective?
Comment below and tell me about it!
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Kirsten says
May 26, 2016 at 11:28 amEven if I don’t win the book I’m definitely looking it up because I struggle with things getting cluttered constantly lol
Megan Bollhoefer says
May 26, 2016 at 11:47 amThis sounds like a great book in our military lifestyle and for the number of children we pray to have in our home. You’very really been a great encouragement for me to sit down and make time to read. I haven’t done much reading since Bella was born. With a second baby on the way, I’m hoping to build some new habits before then.
Karen Eddy says
May 26, 2016 at 12:00 pmI am looking forward to reading this book! I need to check with my library though and see if they have it!
I’ve decluttered a lot in the past few years, but do still feel like I’m hanging on to extra things we don’t really need!
Amy says
May 26, 2016 at 12:28 pmI’ve been wanting to read this book! I’ve recently read “Fervent” by Priscilla Shirer & it has absolutely transformed how I pray.
Elizabeth Thacker says
June 2, 2016 at 12:04 pm“Fervent” has been recommended to me several times in the last month! It is going to the top of my to-read list now. 🙂
Donna says
May 26, 2016 at 12:58 pmI need to look this book up!
Annette says
May 26, 2016 at 1:02 pmI’ve wanted to read this book for a long time. I have been cleaning out my house for a year, and it still feels like I have too much stuff.
Rebecca hiatt says
May 26, 2016 at 1:07 pmThis sounds so interesting.
Carrie says
May 26, 2016 at 1:10 pm“Together: Growing Appetites for God” really had a great impact on my life as a mom. It is about reading the Bible through with your younger children. It set the groundwork for structuring each day around the Lord with my children. I had been struggling on just how to teach my children about God each and every day. Our days had little to no set schedule or structure. This book really helped me by showing me that simply by using each mealtime as a chance to read God’s Word ,memorize Scripture, talk over our reading and Scripture memory verses, talk about our Sunday School lessons, and sing songs. Not only do we talk about the things of God at mealtimes but it has begun to spill over into the rest of the day due to simply setting a time each day to concentrate on Him. Good book😀
Carrie says
May 26, 2016 at 1:14 pmThe Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up is now on my to read list.
Elizabeth Thacker says
June 2, 2016 at 12:05 pmThat sounds really good! I’m going to have to look it up for sure.
Paige says
May 26, 2016 at 2:07 pmWould loooove to win this! Thanks for your review–we could really learn how to tidy up a bit better around here!
Kelly Thomason says
May 26, 2016 at 2:27 pmI’m in the middle of Failing Forward by John Maxwell. It’s really helping me see where my thought process is so wrong and negative and helping me overcome my fear of failure.
I need to read this (decluttering) book. It keeps reappearing in my life.
Elizabeth Thacker says
June 2, 2016 at 12:06 pmI have read a lot of John Maxwell. I enjoy his writing style!
Jessica says
May 26, 2016 at 2:55 pmI’ve heard enough people say they are loving this book. I’m definitely wanting to read. I need to purge!
Nicole says
May 26, 2016 at 3:21 pmI love purging things and decluttering and would love to read more about more areas I could be more minimalistic in! Currently reading Mom Enough. I can’t get enough about being a better parent and mom with the children God blesses me with.
Elizabeth Thacker says
June 2, 2016 at 12:18 pmI know what you mean. I’m currently in the middle of “Shepherding a Child’s Heart.”
Bethany McDonnell says
May 27, 2016 at 1:07 amDefinitely sounds like something I should read!
E. McDonnell says
May 27, 2016 at 4:44 amCurrent read is: Three Decades of Fertility
Your book sounds interesting. I probably should purge more things, in order to have more room for the eBay stuff I have to store to sell. 🙂
It always feels GREAT to clean out any area but having less and less does seem practical. Which would also help one’s budget, it would seem.
Love you and thoroughly enjoy your blog posts.
Elizabeth Thacker says
June 2, 2016 at 12:09 pmI’ve read “Three decades of fertility.” Very inspirational!
Cassie says
May 27, 2016 at 7:15 pmI would love to read this book. Since an injury over 2 years ago, there has been a lot that’s gone undone and it’s wearing on me. I need order in my home again and I want my kids to learn the same habits.
I haven’t been reading much of anything lately other than normal Bible reading.
Elizabeth Thacker says
June 2, 2016 at 12:14 pmYou know, I went through a long period of only getting Bible reading done, and nothing past that. Since I became a mom it is has been more of a struggle for me. In the last year I’ve worked at reading a little more, when I can squeeze in a few minutes here and there, and it has definitely been worth the effort.