Ever heard of the phrase ‘less is more’? It never rung truer than it does for minimalism.
Minimalism can be a very disturbing notion to understand. To many people, it sounds like giving up everything you own in order to live on a bare minimum. In reality, minimalism is just letting go of the things you don’t need in life and focusing on what you find more important and fulfilling.
If you are trying to, or planning to start living a minimalist life, making the change can be quite scary and difficult. Some people take weeks to adjust while others stretch it out over years before they can settle. Well, here’s sage advice. Like marriage, don’t rush into it. You don’t have to wake up tomorrow and sell all your house items in order to become minimalist. Change is best achieved gradually, as countless minimalists can testify.
Here are a few ideas on how to turn into a minimalist gradually.
Note: Don’t mistake minimalism for frugality. Buy the items you need you can’t live without and leave the rest. Even better, take a shopping list with you.
Minimalism gives you the freedom, fulfilment and happiness that material possessions can never accord you. It’s never too late to start living a purposeful life that’s devoid of waste and excesses.
Are you a minimalist? What minimalist steps do you recommend?