Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value and the removal of everything that distracts us from it. It requires a conscious decision because it is a countercultural lifestyle that stands against the culture of overconsumption that surrounds us.
The world we live in is not friendly to the pursuit of minimalism. Its tendencies and relentless advertising campaigns call us to acquire more, better, faster, and newer. The journey of finding simplicity requires consistent inspiration.
For that reason, I hope you will make an effort this weekend to find a quiet moment with a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy some of these hand-picked articles to encourage more simplicity in your life.
How to Become a Luckier Person Overnight | Raptitude by David Cain. Make a habit of radical gratitude.
7 Ways Clutter is Ruining Your Life | Fast Company by Stephanie Vozza. Clutter overloads your senses, just like multitasking overloads your brain.
8 Secrets of People Who Don’t Have Clutter | Pure Wow. There are some helpful tips in here.
Choice, Choice Everywhere. How Do I Opt Out? | The Guardian by Phil Daoust. “I’m with Mark Zuckerberg and Barack Obama on this – the more options I’m given in life, the less I want them.”
Ooh, and check out what just arrived >> The More of Less.
Jay Harrington says
I enjoyed all of these articles, especially “Choice, Choice Everywhere. How Do I Opt Out?” There are certain things I limit in terms of choice – my wardrobe, my breakfast – for efficiency reasons. However life would be rather dull if we didn’t indulge in some of the amazing options the world presents. The trick, as with most things in life, is to strive for balance and not to overdo it.
Christine says
Thank you, Joshua, for another great selection of Weekend Reads!
It’s always interesting to see what you have picked and to get new inspriation from the wonderful world of simpicity.
Greetings from Germany
Christine
John P. Weiss says
Enjoyed the Phil Daoust piece. I relate to the whole “tyranny of the choice!” On days I can’t get home to eat, I grab a simple turkey and cheese sandwich at the coffee shop. And a water. Eat it in my car. No waiting at a restaurant, no menu choices. Eliminating choices opens time for my art, writing. etc!
Hayley Richardson // The French Experiment says
Thanks, these links look great. I’m off to read the last two :)