Minimalism is not about living in an empty white room with three possessions. It is about intentionally choosing what adds value to your life and letting go of what does not.
Start with one area at a time. A single drawer, a closet shelf, or a bathroom cabinet is enough for your first session. Small wins build momentum and prevent the overwhelm that comes from tackling everything at once.
The 90-90 rule is a helpful decision tool. If you have not used something in the last 90 days and will not use it in the next 90 days, it can probably go. This eliminates the what if I need it someday paralysis.
Digitize what you can. Photos, documents, CDs, and DVDs take up significant physical space that can be freed by moving content to digital storage. Cloud services make this easier and more secure than ever.
Quality over quantity applies to purchases going forward. One well-made item that lasts years is more satisfying and ultimately cheaper than multiple disposable alternatives.
Sentimental items are the hardest to declutter. Photograph items you want to remember but do not need to keep physically. The memory does not live in the object — it lives in you.
Minimalism looks different for everyone. A family with children will have more possessions than a single person, and that is perfectly fine. The goal is not a specific number of items but a sense of intention and control over your environment.
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