Never underestimate the importance of removing stuff you don’t need.
Encouragement provides us with motivation to persevere. It invites us to dream dreams of significance for our lives. And it begs us to work diligently with optimism and promise.
Overcoming the pull of consumerism is a difficult challenge regardless of our stage in life. Simplicity requires encouragement. To that end, I hope you will find motivation in these articles below.
Each post was intentionally chosen to inspire simplicity in your life. For maximum effect, find a quiet moment this weekend and enjoy them with a fresh cup of coffee or tea.
I thought buying things would make me feel better. It didn’t. | The Guardian by Sirin Kale. Many of us are living for the buzz of the doorbell – spending billions we can’t afford on stuff we don’t need. Here is how to recognize the problem and regain control.
10 Problems Solved By Owning Less Stuff | Ronald Banks. It’s crucial to understand that when we hold on to things, we’re creating unnecessary hurdles in our lives that we can easily avoid if we let go of the excess.
11 Easy Ways to Uncomplicate Your Life | Marc and Angel Hack Life by Angel Chernoff. Truth be told, the average day is actually pretty simple, but we insist on making it complicated.
5 Must-Know Pieces of Advice Before You Start Minimalism | The Fun Sized Life by Renee Benes. Depending on where you’re at in life and how much stuff you have with you, it can be tough to know how to start minimalism. Where do you begin?
100 (Short) Rules for a Better Life | Ryan Holiday. So many people have struggled in the dark before us and their experiences create light.
The Pictures We Hang On Our Walls | Joshua Becker on YouTube
Thank you, Joshua.
We recently read about a 30-day family challenge where each member has to select one thing per day that they own in order to donate, sell, or give away. We are starting tomorrow and are pumped about clearing the clutter in our house! ;-)
I loved the Ronald Banks posting. Clear and to the point. Thank you.
Love the article by Ryan Holiday! I have studied Marcus Aurelius stoicism. Funny thing—- I randomly pick up trash too on my walks. ❤️
Thank you for these articles. I enjoyed them & was inspired.
Off to go minimize some piles of paper.
Excellent articles. Thank you! One big resonator: What does your perfect day look like? Quiet, simple, beautiful, peaceful, nature, maybe a book or calm music, cuppa tea/coffee. No phone, laptop, interruptions.
I am so onboard with all of this!