5 Minimalist Lifestyle Tips

While minimalism may appear to be a recent phenomenon, it has deep rooted significance in many ancient cultures and traditions. Some people accuse it of being an ‘elitist’ movement, arguing that it costs a lot more to live a minimalist lifestyle than your generic way of life.

Whatever may be the case, the benefits of living outweigh its alleged downsides and there are countless testimonials to it. What’s more, many ultra successful entrepreneurs swear by the transformative power of minimalism.

So how can you implement this philosophy in your life in 5 quick and easy ways? Read on to find out!

1. LIVE BIG!

Contrary to popular belief, living big and minimalism can go hand in hand

One of the ways you can do this on your vacation is using rental equipment and gadgets.

You would no longer need to buy expensive stuff that you would barely use in your daily lives. Hop on the minimalist bandwagon in style, and also save costs on the side!

BUY

Modern scientific theories are beginning to discover what meditative disciplines like Buddhism have been saying all along

Excessive attachment to material possessions is futile. Too much ‘stuff’ in our homes and workplaces does not just overwhelm us but also inhibits our daily productivity

Reconsidering impulsive purchase decisions would save you money, time and the additional stress that comes with maintenance.

You can also consider renting high end gadgets, specialized equipment and camping gear that you would only need once in a few months On the other hand, if you want to find rental items, the search function on RentoAny helps you locate things to rent with ease

STOIC THINKING

The ancient Greco Roman philosophy of Stoicism shares striking similarities with the concepts of minimalism One of them is the importance of living a simple but virtuous life

Marcus Aurelius, the famous Roman emperor and a key figure of the Stoic movement believed that excessive indulgence not just in luxuries but comforts does not build a strong character Wonder what he would have thought about the dopamine rich social media culture we have these days

DIGITAL SOLUTIONS

Gone are the days of bulky physical things the world has become increasingly digital and so should you

The cost of computers reduces by 50% every ye while microchips experience exponential grow in the same time!

Why purchase movie DVDs, books and magazin in their physical format when you can store hundreds of them on electronic devices?

E book readers, digital notepads and the internet work in tandem to create a great ecosystem of digital libraries that you can carry anywhere, without worrying about storage.

REUSE

Did you know that out of the staggering 3 million tonnes of plastic waste that Canadians produce each year, less than 10% gets recycled!

Transform your way of living by recycling and reusing common, everyday items. From coffee cups to water bottles, replacing single use products with reusable ones gives you a great head start on living a truly minimalist life

Refusing to buy single use merchandise is a great way to live sustainably Besides supporting your new lifestyle, these habits are also great for the environment

TIP CONSISTENT EVALUATION

Many people start with a great deal of enthusiasm but give up on their path of minimalism, only a few days later An ‘attitude of gratitude’ towards the little things in life would help you steer clear of negative thoughts and emotions that emerge with the sudden change in habits

Whether you are just getting started on your journey of minimalism or have been on the path for quite some time, these tips can be of great help.

How many of these did you already know? Drop a comment below and let us know!