Margareta Magnusson, Author of Swedish Death Cleaning, Dies at 92

Margareta Magnusson, who popularized the Swedish practice of döstädning or 'Swedish death cleaning,' died at 92. Her 2017 book, The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning, encouraged gradual decluttering in later life to ease the burden on loved ones after death. The approach emphasizes keeping meaningful items while removing unnecessary possessions and is framed as practical and thoughtful. Magnusson’s philosophy has inspired international discussion and adaptations, including a reality TV series.