

If you’ve ever believed that things like procrastination, phone addiction, or less-than-healthy eating patterns are a result of a lack of willpower, read this book. Another client declared she had moved on from a destructive relationship that no longer sparked joy – and that it transformed her entire life.”

Another client shared that she felt comfortable inviting friends to her home for the first time.

After a thorough tidying session, one of Marie’s clients quit her job and started a new business. “The decision to pursue what sparks joy extends far beyond its first application in home tidying: it often opens the door for greater self-discovery and fulfillment.

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