Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.

There’s more to life than buying stuff.

There are many wonderful people pursuing and promoting simplicity. Fortunately, some of them are gifted in communication and choose to encourage and inspire us with their words. I enjoy reading their unique perspective. I’m sure you will too.

So fix yourself a nice warm cup of coffee or tea on this beautiful weekend. Find a quiet moment. And enjoy some encouraging words about finding more simplicity in your life today.

Decluttering Only Helps so Much if You’re Still Buying Too Much in the First Place | The Washington Post by Nicole Anzia. Real progress in terms of decluttering and organization requires changing our mind-sets and rethinking what we value. 

5 Ways to Declutter Your Home—and Keep It That Way | Parade Magazine. A home that serves its purpose is a beautiful thing.

Q&A: Joshua Becker on Keeping a Minimalist Home | The Washington Post with Jura Koncius. I had a wonderful sit-down chat with the Washington Post earlier this week answering reader questions.

How to Declutter and Organize Your Personal Tech in a Few Simple Steps | The New York Times by Brian X. Chen. Accessories and data may not take up much physical space, but they contribute to frustration and anxiety.

7 Common Problems Solved By Owning Less | Joshua Becker on YouTube (5:00).

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The Minimalist Home is currently on sale for only $11.99 on Amazon.