3 Minimalist Habits That Can Improve Life
1. Do this to your closet.
Every three to six months, go through your closet and get rid of the items you no longer wear.
“Often it will take a number of decluttering sessions before you achieve a level of possessions that you are comfortable with. It doesn’t just happen once and it’s done, it’s an ongoing process.”
If your unused pieces are just sitting in your closet collecting dust, it may be better off going to a new owner who will actually get some use out of them. To accomplish this, you can:
- Sell the pieces on a phone app like Poshmark or Mercari
- Donate the clothing to a local thrift store or shelter
- Give your pieces to a neighbor or friend
Free yourself of clutter and improve someone else’s life at the same time.
2. Don’t make this crucial mistake.
Buying things you don’t need can be tempting, especially if you have just purged a bunch of stuff. However, it’s a mistake you need to avoid if you want to live with less clutter and save money.
Make mindful purchases by going through a little mental checklist, and ask the following questions:
- Will this purchase help me in some way?
- Will this purchase make me happy?
- Is this item something I have been wanting for a while?
- Is it unlike anything I already own?
If you go through this checklist, and still feel confident in buying the item, then you may make the purchase. Being more mindful with your purchases can help money, avoid unnecessary clutter and live a more minimal life.
3. Do this every single night.
Before you head off to bed at the end of the night, make an effort to clear your countertops. This also applies to your desk space if you work from home.
Waking up to a clean desk can ensure that you get the day started off on the right foot.
Similarly, it feels incredible to head down to the kitchen for your morning cup of coffee and see a clean space with spotless countertops.
The state of your living and working spaces can have a much greater impact than you might think. In fact, Harvard Business Review states that:
“Our physical environments significantly influence our cognition, emotions, and behavior, affecting our decision-making and relationships with others. Cluttered spaces can have negative effects on our stress and anxiety levels, as well as our ability to focus, our eating choices, and even our sleep.”
Therefore, this third minimalist habit of keeping your physical environments clutter-free, neat, and organized is especially crucial for optimizing your overall health and happiness.
Final Thoughts
Minimalism isn’t just about staying organized. It’s also about being mindful of the way you live.
After adopting the habits shared, you may find that you will be able to consistently avoid mental and physical clutter, which will give you the space to live a fuller, happier life.
When you get rid of deep ties to material goods, you have more room to focus on what really matters, like relationships and memories. By living a more minimal lifestyle and choosing quality over quantity, you will ultimately be able to focus on the things and people who matter most.
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