How to Personalize Minimalism and Make It Work for You
Does the idea of minimalism seem cold and harsh to you? All-white rooms, steel-and-glass furniture, stark modernism, no kids, no pets, no friends.... Maybe you like the idea of less clutter and more space, a schedule that's less crazy and more rewarding, and finances that don't keep you up at night. But you think "minimalist" means all or nothing – an exclusive club that you don't belong in. If that's you, I get it – because that's not what I mean when I talk about minimalism. To me, minimalism isn't about living with as little as possible. It's not about some magic number of possessions. It's about balance – just enough, but not too much – and intentionality – living with purpose so that your home, calendar, and finances reflect your values. The result is that the things you care about are protected and emphasized, and the things that are less important (or keep you from pursuing what you care about) have been removed to increase your p...