The Magic of Joy

Michelle: Coming from my background as a social worker, the biggest challenge for me has been becoming an entrepreneur. Setting up my own business and all that comes with it. At the same time, it has brought me incredible joy and learning experiences, and has made me feel very proud of my achievements.

What did you do before starting your business?

Helena: I hold a Masters in sociology and social psychology from the University of Helsinki, as well as a professional coaching certification. During the past 20 years I’ve worked in different fields of the corporate world, mainly in international business consulting with a special interest in career and personal development and growth. This is what I love the most; inspiring and helping others living a life to their fullest potential. Six years ago, my life truly changed as I became a mother for the first time. This incredible growth journey never ceases to surprise me. It’s a true gift of joy and challenge at the same time.

Michelle: I have a background in social pedagogy. As a social worker I worked for 15 years with vulnerable children and their families in the most distressing circumstances. I experienced that asking for help and accepting someone into your home takes a lot of courage and can only be responded to with respect, discretion, and without any judgment. Honing my skills of engaging and listening carefully, guiding where needed. These families have shown me the greatest joy in the simplest things in life.

What would you say is the biggest advantage of the KonMari Method?

Helena: If you’re feeling overwhelmed with clutter, either at home or in life in general, we can support in getting your home more organised, simplifying your life, clearing your mind and living more lightly. It may not be apparent until you try it but going through your belongings and at the same time your whole life might lead to substantial, lasting trans – formations.

Michelle: The KonMari Method of tidying allows you to simplify your life and clarify your mind. Many people feel over – whelmed and stressed surrounded by all their possessions. Someone might be lacking gratitude and appreciation for her belongings and someone else might be missing joy in their life. Too much stuff can simply distract you and keep you from living your ideal life.

The process starts with visualizing your ideal lifestyle and is based on tidying by category and allows you to revalue your belongings, with emphasis on being mindful, introspective and forward looking. It’s about choosing joy, finding out what you love and striving towards living your ideal lifestyle.

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Key when tidying clothes with the KonMari Method is the folding technique. Aim for a rectangle and fold in half or thirds. Test if it stands independently! Then store upright in a box or drawer. Simply beautiful! . . . #konmari #sparkjoy #homeorganizing #organizetheworld #choosejoy #konmariconsultant #simplyserene #konmarizurich #mariekondo #konmarimethod #tidy #declutter #simplicity #tidyingup #konmarifolding

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Repost @ruxi.photo ???? Thank you for your beautiful words Ruxi. Happy Mother’s Day to all wonderful mothers today. You’re all amazing ???????? . . “Each and every mother has the most important job in the world – to turn their children into kind, loving, caring members of the community. Mothers and fathers shape the future of the world, because they shape their children. Being a parent is the most important job in the world. It's a job full of joy but it's also one of the hardest and most challenging. Helena of @myhappyhomezurich is doing a tremendous job as a mum and coach and I am so honored to have her as my client and to feature her for Mother’s Day!” @ruxi.photo . . #myloves #kidsarethebiggestteacher #familylife #mothersday #myhappyhomezurich #sparkjoy #konmarilife

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