5 Tips to Stay on Top of Work in Stressful Times
“What tips can you give mums who need to stay on top of their household and office work, while the kids are home?“ This is what Grace, a China Global Television Network (CGTN) correspondent, asked…
Coronavirus: Staying Calm in Turbulent Times
In Japan we woke up to the news that due to the coronavirus Prime Minister Abe-san closes all schools in Japan up to April. All children are on an extended spring break. This morning when…
5 Tips to Control Your Stuff in 2020
Do you feel like clutter is cloning itself? Sometimes it seems like stuff comes out of nowhere; you just tidied up your bedroom and a day later clothes seem to crawl out of your closet…
Quit Overcommitment to Fulfill Your Dreams
Are you too busy to read this blog? Should you be completing some work you committed to? And are you procrastinating (and reading online blogs) because the job isn’t as much fun or satisfying as…
Help Elderly Loved Ones Downsize
Sooner or later, many Japan-based foreign nationals will be faced with the task of helping elderly parents declutter their possessions. For those with a Japanese partner, it might also extend to assisting in-laws in this…
9 Ways to Save Money on Your Wardrobe
"I can't declutter that, it was expensive and I haven't worn it yet."It sounds like you paid for clothes you don't need. And now you can't let go of it because it cost money. Sounds…
Does the KonMari Method Spark Joy?
Family and friends all over the world have bombarded me with links to videos and local newspaper articles about the cute and funny Japanese decluttering guru Marie Kondo. She has clearly triggered a worldwide decluttering…
Quit Clutter Essentials – Inspirational Books
Making a change in life starts with inspiration, creating a clear vision of what you want out of life, and some guidance to take the necessary steps. Here are the books I read right after…