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Minimalism is the intentional promotion of the things we most value and the removal of anything 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which of These 6 Time Traps is Eating Up All Your Time?<\/a> | TED<\/a> by Ashley Whillans. In 2012, about 50 percent of working Americans reported they were \u201calways rushed,\u201d and 70 percent \u201cnever\u201d had enough time. In 2015, more than 80 percent said they didn\u2019t have the time they needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Swiss Minimalist Millionaire Owns Only 55 Things<\/a> | The Florida Star<\/a> by Lisa-Maria Goertz. “I use financial profits to bring more ideas to life.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Falling in Love With Minimalism All Over Again<\/a> | No Sidebar<\/a> by Nikki Cox. Our home is no longer full of unnecessary stuff. It\u2019s full of incredible people and it\u2019s wonderful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start Decluttering With The Easiest Step<\/a> | Joshua Becker on YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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