This post includes a decluttering checklist with over 100 ideas of what you can get rid of as a minimalist. You’ll have a starting point for figuring out what to cut in each area of your life, from your wardrobe to your digital data. I’ve also created a free printable PDF version of the minimalism…
If you’re looking for ways to declutter your life, you may want to look to Japan. Japanese minimalism has been gaining popularity in the West in recent years, and for good reason. Japanese minimalists have a unique approach to simplicity that can teach us how to live a more intentional lifestyle. In this article, I…
When it comes to decluttering, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed before you even start. You’re probably thinking, “my house is so cluttered I don’t know where to start”. But you know what else is overwhelming? Having kids. Consistently eating well and exercising. Studying for an exam. Yet we do these “hard” things all the time….
There’s no upside to clutter. The excess amount of things we have but don’t need takes up valuable space in our environments and minds. Clutter has been linked to elevated levels of cortisol, disrupted focus, and procrastination. Decluttering, together with adopting a minimalist mindset, is key to bringing intentionality to your life. Having and wanting…
Physical clutter can be incredibly overwhelming. Clutter on bench tops prevents you from getting full functionality out of your furniture. Clutter in your wardrobe creates too many decisions for you to make about what you’re going to wear. And clutter in your spare room represents a long list of to-dos you need to deal with….
You can find many books on minimalism available in the market. There are some books covering the minimalist lifestyle and benefits, but there is no mention of how to change or manage your life in minimalism. Book reading is the best research to increase your knowledge and interest in minimalism and make your life simple…
Once you’re hit with a season of minimalist style, know that there is no looking back. Though the minimalist elegance is understated, its charm and aura speak for itself. From aiding you in having a chic yet capsule wardrobe to motivating you to take on essential outfits that always outrun the trend, this quiet luxury…
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You’ve been programmed to believe that more is better. You’re told that you must buy the newest iPhone, have the most Instagram followers, and live in the biggest house in the nicest neighbourhood. And for what? To keep up with the Joneses? To impress your friends, family, and everyone who has ever doubted you? Striving…
Minimalism is the philosophy of living with less, while maximalism is all about having more. In terms of design, minimalism focuses on simplicity. Maximalism embraces extravagance. So, when it comes to minimalism vs. maximalism, which one is right for you? Can you be a maximalist and a minimalist simultaneously? We answer these questions and more…