Organizing Life to Create More Joy with Kon-Mari Trained, Kari Lonczak, founder of Refine Organizing
Do you have that one drawer, closet, or even an entire room that feels like it’s actively plotting against you? You’re not alone.
We all have those spaces that become black holes of clutter—and they’re more than just an eyesore. Turns out, the stuff taking up space in your house might be taking up space in your mind, too.
Today, we’re talking about how to clear the chaos and reclaim your sanity with Kari Lonczak, founder of Refine Organizing.
After spending a decade as a software engineer, Kari traded coding for decluttering and never looked back. Now, she’s on a mission to help women dig out from under the piles of kid stuff, pet toys, and that random “just in case” pile that never gets used. Inspired by Marie Kondo, Kari transformed her own life by getting organized—and she’s here to show you how to do the same.
Key Takeaways:
✨ Piles are just deferred decisions—stop putting them off and start making choices about where things belong.
✨ Build drop zones—give your stuff a home, and resetting your space becomes a breeze.
✨ Follow the decluttering order: Clothing, Books, Paper, Kimono (Misc), and Sentimental items. Tackle them one at a time in order to stay organized and focused.
✨ Choose organizers wisely—look for 90-degree angles (not tapered edges) to maximize space and keep things neat.
✨ Reuse what you have! Apple device boxes and jewelry boxes make perfect drawer organizers without spending a dime.
✨ Latch bins are game-changers—especially the 66-quart ones from Target. They’re sturdy, stackable, and perfect for storage.
✨ Kids’ rooms simplified: Sort by trash, dishes, things that already have homes, and things that don’t. To keep it manageable, create bins and zones for toys, crafts, and kid-specific stuff.
✨ Need more guidance? Check out KC Davis's: "How to Keep House While Drowning" for a no-pressure approach to tackling household chaos.
✨ Accountability matters—just like a personal trainer keeps you moving, a home organizer helps you stay on track with decluttering and organizing your space.
Your space doesn’t have to feel overwhelming—get inspired to reclaim it! 💪 Listen now for Kari’s best tips and tricks.
Get ready to let go of the junk and create space for more joy!
Key links:
Marie Kondo, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up
KC Davis: How to Keep House While Drowning
The best drawer organizers for under $20!
The 66 qt. storage bins Kari recommends!
Get in touch with Kari:
Kari Lonczak | kari@refine-organizing.com | (206) 590-1292
https://www.refine-organizing.com/
https://www.instagram.com/refine.organizing/
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