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What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

MarciaC389338 — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 16:42:30 GMT

Are you already a minimalist? Share your experience when you took that leap for change. Did you feel happy to be free of all that "STUFF" or did you have regrets.

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

KellytheBelly — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 17:06:30 GMT

Hi. 🖐🏻

I suppose I'm a 'Work In Progress' minimalist. Although, my attempt to become minimal with my prized possessions is going to be at a snail's pace, and that's what I'm comfortable with. I will never regret being free of these things because mentally I was able to mull it over long enough to follow-through comfortably. I do better with a kick in the butt, or a chaotic situation to get things done, though, plus, I'm a procrastinator by nature. I think I do better work under pressure.

To answer the question, 'Do you believe that less is more?' Yes, I do think that less is more... meaningful, and can create a more stress-free environment. Goal: to know where everything is in the house. Currently, not even close. 😉

What about you, @MarciaC389338? Why did you decide to start this thread? Are you in the middle of a project, or have you accomplished this tedious task? Just curious. 🙂

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

Rhymesometimes — Sat, 23 Sep 2023 14:07:30 GMT

Have no regrets for anything I've donated, recycled or tossed. Less "inventory" ( stuff ) more time, less stress.

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

EricC28201 — Sat, 11 Nov 2023 16:42:49 GMT

The term 'Minimalist' is one those words that sounds like it has a specific meaning, but is so subjective that it is next to impossible to define in a specific, measurable manner (along the proverbial lines of Trash & Treasure).

I was raised by people who lived through The Great Depression. Frugality and making the most of every available resource was a necessity in their lives. We were no where near as efficient as The First Peoples of North America, but it is habitual for me...generally speaking I think I'd have to go with @KellytheBelly 's WIP assessment.

Despite the vague and general nature of the term it seems to be a notion that we would all do well to make a lifelong WIP...heck it mighta averted Climate Change.

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

EricC28201 — Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:46:32 GMT

Addendum:

If the information was expressed as numbers alone, most people (even experts) probably would not be able to tell the difference between the behavior of a Society based on a mass production/mass consumption economy and an individual afflicted with uncontrolled substance abuse.

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

DirkB349973 — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 13:14:36 GMT

I am a minimalist but my wife is the opposite. I told her that if she goes first, I'm ordering a large dumpster and cleaning house!

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

GailL1 — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:53:15 GMT

@DirkB349973

What happens if you go 1st?

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

DirkB349973 — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 15:14:44 GMT

Horderville I imagine. 😉

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

MarciaC389338 — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 01:14:05 GMT

Hi Kelly,

Almost 10 years ago I sold my 2,000 SF home and built a 900 SF home. I sold some things and gave a lot away. My children were all grown and I didnt need all this space. I found myself air conditioning rooms I never used and paying high utilitie bills then I realized I had been just paying to "Store" things. I started with 20 plus towels and reduced it down to 6. I went room to room keeping what I knew I would need and only that. Keepsakes were a little harder to let go but then those memories are stored in my heart. I still get much joy when I think of famliy and friends when looking at a picture. Thats enough for me. I find life is so simple now that I have freeded myself from all the stuff that hung around for years. I can clean in a jiffy, know were everything is when I need it. My bills are ridiculousy cheaper. More time for me. Another advantage is my children won't be left to deal with a mess to clean up and sort out after my passing. I saw this with my brother and trust me, it is overwhelming what his children have to deal with. So, for me it's been a win win. Like I said, almost 10 years and no regrets. I have never looked back, still so happy with my decision to live simple. I posted to see what other people thought about downsizing and if they did, how it worked out for them. Well Wishes!

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

MarciaC389338 — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 01:19:36 GMT

Oh what a great feeling, yes?

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

MarciaC389338 — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 01:21:09 GMT

Love the humor 😊

Re: What do you think about being a minimalist? Do you believe that less is more?

JenniferL210579 — Sat, 27 Sep 2025 20:04:29 GMT

I’m not a strict minimalist, but I do believe that less can be more. Every time I’ve cleared out unnecessary things, I’ve felt lighter and more focused. To me, minimalism isn’t about giving up everything, but about keeping what truly adds value to life.