Minimalist lifestyle has gained popularity lately. Minimalist lead a meaningful life based on their values. They do not show off or do things just to impress others. Materialistic people are never satisfied in their life. They keep on amassing things whether required or not. Excessive stuff can clutter the life. Minimalism is an alternative of materialism. It is about comfort and contentment. Minimalism is an intentional lifestyle - focusing on what is essential and getting rid of things which do not have any utility. It is living simple with clarity and purpose. Living large does not mean you should keep on adding things unnecessarily. You can be happy with less items, you really require.
Mere consumption of products does not signify happiness.
Achieving goals, having nice experiences bring real happiness from within.
Reduce your wants. Concentrate more on the needs. It does not mean you should
stop dreaming or deprive yourself. You can have luxury too. Make smarter
sensible choices. Evaluate your decisions and buy based on usefulness. Benefits of minimalism: less stress, more
time, less pressure, more space, easy cleaning, more money and freedom.
Minimalist see the world differently than materialistic. They use resources judiciously and believe in zero waste. Simplification is the key when you adopt a minimalist lifestyle. Each person may have their own definition of minimalism but here are some basics to live more with less:
- Take inventory. Make shopping list. Avoid impulse buying.
- Plan meals. Eat healthy food in moderation. Feed the leftovers to the needy.
- Create combinations with few clothes and accessories in your wardrobe. Don’t indulge much in fast changing fashion.
- Discard duplicates. Follow replace not add method.
- Prioritize goals and stick to the budget.
- Cut down on burdensome expenses and unwanted subscriptions.
- Technology changes fast. Upgrade outdated gadgets only when needed.
- Audit your life. Declutter and organize.
- Work with the to-do list. Manage time effectively. Pursue hobbies and passion.
- Don’t overwork for money. Maintain work life balance.
Society can judge success of a person based on the possessions, may find minimalism awkward. Every individual born on this planet
has the right to decide the lifestyle appropriate for them. Most do not plan,
live life in a flow. Minimalism is deliberate living. It reduces the extra load
whereas materialism increases.