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The Reality of Minimalism and Simple Living

Jennifer McDougall
2 min readJan 30, 2023

Minimalism and simple living have become increasingly popular in recent years, but what does it mean to live this lifestyle? For many, minimalism is a way to declutter and downsize their possessions to live more intentionally. But for others, getting rid of certain items can be considered too extreme. So, let’s look at the reality of minimalism and simple living.

The Reality of Minimalism and Simple Living
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The Pros and Cons of Minimalism

The concept of minimalism has gained traction over the last few years, with people becoming more aware of the benefits of reducing clutter in their lives. For example, decluttering your home can make it easier to find what you need when you need it, which can help save time and energy. Plus, getting rid of items that no longer serve you can free up mental space so that you can focus on activities that bring joy or purpose into your life.

However, there are some drawbacks to minimalism as well. Getting rid of items that have sentimental value or personal connections attached to them may be difficult for some people to part with these things even if they no longer have a practical purpose for them.

Additionally, decluttering your home may not always make sense financially if you’re getting rid of items that are still in good condition — for example, furniture or appliances — as they…

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Jennifer McDougall
Jennifer McDougall

Written by Jennifer McDougall

Host of Life Refined podcast 🎙️ Personal Growth | Self-Improvement | Wellness 💡 Helping you level up your mindset & life. https://linktr.ee/jenmcdougall

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