Marie Kondo shares back-to-school tips for a successful morning - Oprah Daily

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Storage expert, New York Times bestselling author Spark Joy , and star of the Netflix series Tidying Up with Marie Kondo , Marie Kondo is a mother of three who understands how difficult going back to school can be. "There are many different things to consider when it comes to putting together a successful back to school morning routine," Kondo told Oprah Daily. "There are some specific ways that families can create a quiet and clutter-free environment that increases both productivity and morning spirit." Below, Kondo brings you top tips and tricks for relieving stress when your family is away is.

Start preparing the night before.

Mornings are busy, so do as much ahead of time as possible to make those mornings less chaotic. "I want to encourage my own family and others to prepare ahead of time to make the process as smooth as possible," says Kondo. "A great way to make morning routines go smoothly is for you and your kids to practice evening routines by putting away school supplies and backpacks, getting clothes ready for the next morning, starting to pack lunch, or necessities organize for later." School activities."

Set your intention.

Kondo is famous for the KonMari Method™ , an organizational technique that revolves around intention, commitment and joy. "The same goes for any task in life that you want to be successful at," says Kondo. "If you approach your morning school routine with a clear vision and a positive attitude, you will find the energy and motivation you need to get everything done and you will enjoy the process."

Mark why.

Leaving the house in the morning can be difficult. There are breakfasts to prepare, lunches to prepare, socks to find and of course you need to prepare as well. The result is that we often bark commands at our kids to get things done faster. But it can be difficult for kids to follow the morning routine if they don't fully understand the "why" behind what's being asked. "When you get organized in the morning, explain to your kids why you're doing [a] task so they can learn from you," says Kondo. For example, instead of asking him to fill the dog bowls with food and water, say, "Hey, can you fill the dog bowls so Scottie has something to eat and drink to take you to school?" Instead of just being commanded, and before you know it, you don't have to explain it to them: they will understand and feel able to help themselves.

Build in fun moments.

Kondo explains that incorporating small reminders of happiness throughout the morning is beneficial. "My family and I love fresh flowers from our garden," she says. "Earlier in the week I'll cut up some and put them around the house to remind my kids to stop and enjoy the little things in life." Another idea: if your kids like a specific breakfast, even if it's a little longer lasts, try once a week. "Finding ways to spark joy in the morning will be different for every family, but it pays to remind your kids that as important as work is to our daily lives, we also don't forget the importance of moments of joy allowed to! "

Set age-appropriate tasks.

Kondo believes there are many ways children can get involved in the back-to-school morning routine, and it's important to keep their ages in mind. Focusing on following a routine can be extremely beneficial for young children. "Routines are great for little kids because they're just starting school and they understand they're growing up," she says. "A regular routine at home will prepare you for what is to come in life." A routine you can get the little ones involved in? Pack their lunches. Kondo has partnered with Stasher , who make leak-proof, reusable silicone pouches and trays. "We can pack them for the kids' lunches at school or daycare, which makes organizing backpacks and lunch boxes a breeze," she says. "I can easily write on each of the pockets so everything has its place and is easy to store." Prepare food supplies, then let your kids help you fill the bags.

For older children (think teenagers!), the routine morning back-to-school process is a little different. Kondo says many teens this age don't need help with things like making snacks, but it's still important to have a routine. "In my book , The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up , I discuss the importance of visualizing your ideal lifestyle. This idea can be applied to older children as they begin their days and lives as young adults. Encouraging your older children to set these goals will help them search for the best versions of themselves [every day]."

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