Minimalist living is counter-cultural. It stands contrary to the life pursued by most people in the consumer-driven society within which we live.
But there is more joy to be found owning less than can be found pursuing more. Consider just some of the benefits of living with fewer possessions:
1. Spend Less | Choosing to accumulate only the essential often results in financial freedom.
2. Less Stress | A minimalist home is significantly less stressful.
3. Easier to Clean | The fewer things in our home, the easier they are to clean.
4. More Freedom | The sense of freedom that comes from minimalism is truly refreshing.
5. Good for the Environment | The less we consume, the less damage we do to the environment.
6. Be More Productive | Our possessions consume our time more than we realize.
7. Example for my Kids | These are valuable life lessons they will never learn in the media.
8. Support Other Causes | Money is only as valuable as what we choose to spend it on.
9. Own Higher Quality Things | More is not better… better is better.
10. Less Work for Someone Else | Create a less stressful life today and lessen the burden on someone else too.
11. Be Happier | Owning fewer possessions makes you happier.
12. Do Work You Love | Own less stuff. Choose work you love.
13. Freedom From the Comparison Game | Our culture begs us to own more.
14. Time for Things that Matter Most | The more stuff you own, the more your stuff owns you.
15. Visually Appealing | Make your home more appealing.
16. Not Tied to the Past | Release the past to create a better tomorrow.
17. Less Places for Your Heart | Invest your heart into meaningful things.
18. More Opportunity for Rest | Take a deep breath.
19. Find Things Easier | Own less clutter. Find stuff quicker.
20. Live in a Smaller Space | For most families, a house is the costliest investment they’ll ever make.
21. Display What You Value Most | Communicate what is most important.
This is so true! Owning less is freedom. Time is the most valuable asset.
I have been trying to owning less things. It’s so easy to be discouraged but this post really made me motivated again to seek this lifestyle!
Cat
Completely agree Joshua! Thanks!
This is a great article, thank you for the reminder :-)
Great article. Provides lot of food for thought.
Loved reading your blog. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and insipiring..
I have collections that bring me joy. I actually have trouble thinking of my life without thm. Any thoughts.