Minimalist Lifestyle

[Alan]

Tiny living naturally pushes you toward minimalism, that is keeping only what you truly need. Marie Kondo, anyone?

This lifestyle advocates less clutter, less stress, and a simpler life. But it's not for everyone. Downsizing can be emotionally tough, especially for sentimental stuff and if you come from a household with so much stuff you can't let go of. Any advise for those who are struggling?

 

[wifflesaffle]

Been a fan of minimalism and Marie Kondo was one of my resources. It's just really about being intentional with the things you want to own. But one thing I learned is... this is not for everyone. Tiny Homes is not for everyone.

 

[kgaye]

In a tiny home every inch counts, so keeping something means you;re basically paying rent for it every month. Just think about how much space costs.

 

[eDJ_]

So many people I've spoken with don't know what they want in life but a majority of them tell me that they would like to be rich so that they could have lots of "stuff". They have no real concrete idea of what being rich would entail in terms of cost of their time working to become rich or sacrifices regarding their quality of life struggling to become rich in some future date. They just don't realize that they may be wealthier in a more minimal style of life.

I remember a line in song sung by Jim Morrison of the DOORS titled "The Soft Parade". He states: "All our lives we scrimp and save, building for a shallow grave".

Consider this photo that illustrates that statement

Socrates believed true happiness comes from reducing desires, famously stating that "the secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less"