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Published: March 17, 2020, 9:30 p.m.

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Physical and mental health safety considerations and our top 5 KonMari Tidying Tools to help you and your family declutter while social distancing and working from home.

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If you\\u2019re listening to us today it is highly likely you\\u2019re inside your home, working from home, social distancing or even self-quarantined.

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If tidying falls on your to-do list during this time, we designed this episode just for you. Today we\\u2019re going to review physical and mental health safety considerations and our top 5 KonMari Tidying Tools to help you and your family put decluttering your home behind you so you can shift 100% of your focus on navigating this challenging season.

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We want to hear from you. Tell us your burning tidying questions or share stories about how KonMari has impacted your life.

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Head over to Apple podcasts to subscribe and review the show, which helps us reach others along their tidying journeys.

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To extend your tidying experience, you can join the Spark Joy Club!

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Visit sparkjoypodcast.com and click \\u201cJoin the Club\\u201d to become a member of the Spark Joy Community or join us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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In this episode, you\\u2019ll learn about:

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Center for Disease Control safety tips
\\nHere is what you can do to keep yourself and others safe:
\\n\\u2022 Wash your hands frequently with warm water for 20 seconds

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\\u2022 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth

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\\u2022 Stay home when you are sick

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\\u2022 Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash

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\\u2022 Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces

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\\u2022 Be prepared if your child\\u2019s school or childcare facility is temporarily dismissed or for potential changes at your workplace

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\\u2022 Remember to take additional precautions for those at highest risk, particularly older adults and those who have severe underlying health conditions

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\\u2022 Periodically check your regular prescription drugs to ensure a continuous supply in your home

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The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has a checklist for individuals and families to help get your home ready for what\\u2019s to come. The list includes tips like:
\\n\\u2022 Check in with your neighbors, especially the older or physically challenged, to see what their plan will be.

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\\u2022 Keep surfaces disinfected.

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\\u2022 Gather emergency and community phone numbers and emails so that you can stay in touch.

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\\u2022 Choose a room in your house that can be used to separate sick household members from others.

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During a pandemic it\\u2019s important to store a two week supply of water and food and periodically check your regular prescription drugs to ensure a continuous supply in your home. For details visit ready.gov

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***Keep in mind that the most up to date information may be found via your local government websites.

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Here are a few suggestions that may help with your emotional well-being:

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\\u2022 The phone and FaceTime are social distancing friendly! You could do a group chat with Skype or Zoom. This is a great way to check in with your older relatives.

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\\u2022 Check whether you are more irritable with the people who share your home. This is very likely to happen when you combine stress, uncertainty and boredom. Forgive yourself and much as others.

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\\u2022 It\\u2019s ok to check into your social media accounts and little more than usual to stay current on the news, but avoid 24/7 news watching if possible.

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\\u2022 Volunteer! If you are symptom free, you could offer to pick up things from the store for your neighbors or even set up a phone-calling tree to make sure everyone in your social circle is doing ok.

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\\u2022 Take a walk! Taking a walk can be a great way to relieve stress and get some fresh air. Just remember to practice social distancing during your stroll.

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\\u2022 Don\\u2019t forget the basics. Try to maintain as much of a schedule as possible, even though things have changed. Getting dressed, making your bed and maintaining meal schedules can make a real difference.

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\\u2022 Reach out for help. Consider a virtual call with a therapist-or see if your current therapist will visit with you over the phone. Visit the American Psychological Association for resources.

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Get Social At A Distance.
\\nCNN released a great article listing creative ways to get social while limiting your contact with people and avoiding groups: CNN: What to Do This Weekend

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You can:
\\n\\u2022 Take a virtual museum tour.
\\n\\u2022 Learn a new language.
\\n\\u2022 Get takeout to support your local and small businesses.
\\n\\u2022 Make a new recipe.
\\n\\u2022 Catch up on your self-care.
\\n\\u2022 Last but not least they suggest doing the tough stuff. This may include your KonMari tidying event!

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Tidy Tools:

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Tidy Tool #1: The Spark Joy Podcast.
\\nOur podcast is designed for you to listen to while you tidy. If you\\u2019re new to Spark Joy we recommend checking out our most popular Episode 1: KonMari 101.
\\nNow, more than ever, the importance of having a plan is very clear. So head over to Episode 73: How to Plan Your KonMari Tidying Journey before you dive in too deep.

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Also, as extreme cleanliness remains top of mind, check out Spark Joy Episode 82: KonMari Quick Tips on Spring Tidying.

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For a limited time, we are making our coveted Spark Joy Episode Map available for a limited time to help guide you through your listening experience.

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Tidy Tool #2: The Spark Joy Club.
\\nNow is a perfect time to lean on crowd sourcing with a virtual tidying community committed to providing you with a safe space to address your unique tidying challenges.

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To join the club visit [sparkjoypodcast.com](sparkjoypodcast.com) and click join the club.

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Tidy Tool #3: The Tidy Home Joy Journal - Your #1 Tidying Companion
\\nWritten by co-host, Kristyn Ivey, this Amazon Best Seller is available to be delivered to your door to help guide your Tidying Festival.

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You can also recieve the Tidy Home Joy Journal by joining The Spark Joy Club at the Joy Sparker level. A copy of the journal is included with your membership. One of the many reasons you should join the club!

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Tidy Tool #4: Virtual Tidying at For the Love of Tidy.
\\nVirtual Tidying at For the Love of Tidy is a germ free alternative to in-home KonMari tidying lessons that also moves you towards your goals.
\\nHere are some of the highlights:
\\n\\u2022 During video calls we walk through vision mapping and a plan.

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\\u2022 Take a virtual home tour.

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\\u2022 And address decision-making or storage related tidying challenges.

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To get a taste of what virtual tidying is all about, follow For the Love of Tidy this month on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn as I broadly share KonMari-themed tips you can implement in your home in 15 minutes or less

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To instantly book your two hour KonMari Virtual Tidy which is accessible worldwide.

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Tidy Tool #5: Virtual Organizing at The Serene Home.
\\nThe Serene Home Program includes:
\\n\\u2022 A home assessment and home tour
\\n\\u2022 Face-to-face virtual work
\\n\\u2022 Written step-by-step follow up following each session
\\n\\u2022 Motivational emails to help you over any bumps in your progress

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The Serene Home newsletter: This can be delivered directly to your inbox later in the week with some additional ideas for making the most of this time. You can sign-up at The Serene Home Mailing List.

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Special thanks to Spark Joy listener Kristine Rustia-Jourdan for suggesting we cover this important topic today.

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You can find Karin Socci at The Serene Home
\\nYou can find Kristyn Ivey at For the Love of Tidy

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