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Marie Kondo

An illustration of personal items like a mirror and brush arranged to fit the messy minimalism aesthetic.

What Is Messy Minimalism and Why Does It Work?

Julia Concepcion, Virginia Commonwealth University

It might be time to give up the idea of perfection. This trend helps you prioritize what you really need to find your inner joy.…

March 24, 2023

Get Organized with the Home Edit

‘Get Organized With The Home Edit’ Reveals Packed Closets and Out-of-Touch Celebs

Madalyn Watson, Baylor University

The premise is interesting, but product placement and the use of celebrities to draw in viewers make the program feel a bit inaccessible.…

October 7, 2020

Marie Kondo Meticulousness Is Partly to Blame for Millennial Burnout Culture

Sara Perkins, University of Indianapolis

Her methods are (yet another) unattainable standard for millennials to meet.…

January 17, 2019