c/minimalism-journey

Thinking about my last beach vacation with just a small bag

Honestly, I was cleaning out my closet and found my old huge travel suitcase from years ago. Tbh, it made me remember how I used to stress about packing every little thing for trips, like extra shoes and too many outfits. My last beach trip, I only took a small backpack with a swimsuit, a couple of t-shirts, and my phone. It felt so free not to drag around a heavy bag or worry about losing stuff. I spent more time in the water and less time digging through my things. That trip showed me I don't need much to have a good time away from home. Now I try to keep things simple in my house too, not just when I travel. Ngl, it's nice to look back and see how much easier things have gotten.

Contrary to common advice, my job switch helped me live with less

People say a steady career avoids clutter, but shifting roles pushed me to drop old work stuff and habits. It actually made my daily routine cleaner and my goals clearer. Can a work change really support a minimalist path?

PSA: My pantry purge turned into a week of eating the same thing

Honestly, I cleared out my pantry to stick to minimalism, and now I'm stuck with beans and rice for days. Tbh, it's getting old fast, and I miss having options.

I kept my holiday lights up year round and it's better for my mindset

Most minimalist advice says to pack away seasonal decor, but the soft glow helps me relax. I stopped taking them down and now my space feels cozy without clutter.

My attic cleanout left me with a pile of photos and no clear answer

I was digging through my attic last weekend and found a huge stack of old printed pictures. Part of me wants to keep them because holding a photo feels more special than looking at a screen. But another part thinks I should scan them all and toss the physical copies to free up space. For instance, I have birthday party shots from ten years ago that are fun to see, but they're just sitting in a dusty box. Friends tell me to let go of the clutter, but family says those prints are priceless. I'm stuck between wanting a cleaner home and keeping tangible memories. How do you handle old physical items like photos in your minimalism journey?

Hot take: I cleared out half my sock drawer and it's weirdly satisfying.

Part of me thinks keeping backups is smart, but having less to sort through each morning is a real win. Do you go for practicality or peace of mind in these tiny steps?

Just a realization from my clutter-filled desk: I think maintaining a certain level of physical disorganization actually supports my minimalist intentions by reducing decision fatigue. Crazy, right?

Streaming platforms quietly normalizing 'skip intro' has me evaluating every non-essential minute of my day

This seemingly minor interface choice sparked a deeper audit of time-wasting habits, from scrolling social feeds to lingering in pointless meetings, reinforcing that minimalism isn't just about physical clutter.

During my evening walks, I've seen a noticeable decrease in lawn ornaments, prompting thoughts on aesthetic minimalism.