I was recently reminded of the profound impact minimalism has had on my life.
My landlord came by the house for an inspection before we re-leased another year. He let my partner and I know that roofers would be coming, and that we should be mindful of any debris that might come from the project. As he explained this to us I joked, ‘so we’ll want to take down all the art we have up, right?’ We all laughed looking at the bare walls that surrounded us.
This exchange served as a powerful reminder for all the ways that minimalism has made my life so much easier.
If we owned a ton of stuff, the mere thought of roofers coming and needing to take down hanging plants, carefully pack away décor, and protect our furniture would be a huge undertaking. It would be stressful and time consuming. But thanks to our minimalist lifestyle, it’s something we hardly need to give any thought to.
Throughout the years of embracing minimalism, I have discovered that my life has never been easier, and I wholeheartedly believe the same will hold true for you.
Here are 10 remarkable ways in which minimalism will make your life easier.
1. Stress-Free Travel
Minimalism encourages you to pack light. This not only saves you from the stress of hauling around heavy suitcases but also streamlines your travel experience. Packing becomes quicker and simpler and you waste less time rummaging through an abundance of items, trying to find what you need.
Additionally, minimalism helps you let go of the pressure to see and do it all. Rather than attempting to tick off every tourist attraction, you prioritize meaningful experiences and embrace a slower, more intentional pace. This mindful approach reduces the stress of trying to cram too much into your itinerary.
2. Less Misplaced Things
Imagine never needing to frantically tear apart your house searching for your car keys or rummage through mountains of clutter to find that important document. By simplifying your surroundings and embracing a minimalist lifestyle, you’ll discover that losing things becomes a thing of the past.
3. Less Stress Around Birthdays and the Holidays
Let’s face it, birthdays and holidays can sometimes bring more stress than joy when it comes to gift-giving. Minimalism empowers you to set boundaries around giving and receiving gifts. The lifestyle encourages open conversations with your loved ones, allowing you to express your desire for fewer physical gifts and more shared experiences or quality time together instead.
4. More Efficient Wardrobe
It used to take me forever to get dressed in the morning. Since embracing a minimalist wardrobe, it’s taken the guess work out of it. It’s as if I’m a cartoon character – I have my go to outfit for every occasion and each one makes me feel confident and comfortable.
5. Less Pressure to Work
You know what’s not easy? Working multiple jobs just to make ends meet.
Minimalism encourages you to cut back on your expenses and embrace an intentional approach to spending. By letting go of the need to constantly accumulate and consume, you’ll need less to be financially comfortable.
6. Less Stuff Maintenance
We often forget that our belongings come with a hidden price tag—the ongoing maintenance they require. Whether it’s fixing a broken appliance or regularly visiting the dry cleaners to maintain your clothing pieces. By embracing a minimalist lifestyle, you’ll streamline your belongings, keeping only what truly adds value to your life. This means you won’t have to fuss with maintaining so many things.
7. Easier Time Cleaning and Tidying
Minimalism empowers you to curate a space where each item has its designated place, making tidying up a simple and streamlined process. Plus, with fewer possessions, there is less to clean, sort, and put away.
As a minimalist, you’ll devote more time to enjoying your home rather than endlessly tidying it.
8. Less Decision Fatigue
By embracing a minimalist lifestyle, you intentionally reduce the number of decisions you need to make on a daily basis – from choosing what to wear each morning to deciding which task to tick off your to-do list.
9. Freedom from Comparison
Imagine a world where your worth isn’t determined by the size of your house, the brand of your clothes, or the latest gadgets you own. As a minimalist, you’ll free yourself from the exhausting and never-ending pursuit of more and comparison.
10. Organized Finances
Minimalism encourages you to declutter your finances by owning fewer credit cards, allowing you to effortlessly track your expenses. Plus, with fewer possessions and fewer financial commitments, you no longer find yourself drowning in a sea of paperwork on tax day.
In Conclusion
How has minimalism made your life easier? Let me know in the comments below!
Patricia Rohner says
I try but don’t succeed
I love fashion and shopping and looking on line
My mother was a shopping woman
I wish to declutter so I could find things easier and not look and look
And I am open to the ideas!