A case for minimalism

I recently read the book, The More of Less, by Joshua Becker. One of my very best friends gave it to me for Christmas, and I just got around to reading it last week. I adore the book, and even more-so, the principles in it. I honestly think they are pretty life changing. In an age of “more, more more” I think there is so much power in slowing down, minimizing possessions and thoughts and just living in the moment.

Now don’t be scared off by the whole “minimalism” word. I remember when Ellie first starting telling me about minimalism a few months back I was a bit apprehensive in the beginning of our conversation. But minimalism isn’t about living with no furniture and two shirts in your closet, so don’t run for the hills yet.

If you could use any of these benefits in your life, keep reading:

-more time and energy

-more money

-more generosity

-more freedom

-more contentment (less comparison, stress, etc.)

Minimalism is about trimming the excess. Becker’s whole idea is that by getting rid of the things that are serving as distractions, we can live the life we truly want to live. He says, “Minimalism frees us up to purse big dreams in our lives.” Living with less really does give you more of a life.

I’ve experimented with this the past few days and have found tremendous results, already. Even the process of going through things is liberating, much less the after effect of a more peaceful and calm life.

Have you dabbled with minimalism? What are your thoughts on it?

**Here’s an article on the 10 most important things to simplify in your life, to get you started on simplifying and minimizing your life, if you’re interested!

 

 

 

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