Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.

Never underestimate the importance of removing stuff you don’t need.

Encouragement provides us with motivation to persevere. It invites us to dream dreams of significance for our lives. And it begs us to work diligently with optimism and promise.

Overcoming the pull of consumerism is a difficult challenge regardless of our stage in life. Simplicity requires encouragement. To that end, I hope you will find motivation in these articles below.

Each post was intentionally chosen to inspire simplicity in your life. For maximum effect, find a quiet moment this weekend and enjoy them with a fresh cup of coffee or tea.

Make Your Needs Your Wants, and Your Needs Few | No Sidebar by Cheryl Smith. Is it possible to make a complete mental transition from being obsessed with what we want to being content with the simplicity of what we actually need?

Focus as an Antidote for Wanting to Do Everything | Zen Habits by Leo Babauta. Focus is a form of simplicity. It’s letting go of everything that you might possibly want, to give complete focus on one important thing.

The Dos and Don’ts of Decluttering, According to an Expert | Good Housekeeping UK by Megan Sutton. What not to do when it comes to organizing your home.

How Decluttering Your Space Can Bring You a Happier Life | Click on Detroit by Frank McGeorge. Experts say decluttering can make people feel better emotionally.

America’s Dopamine-Fueled Shopping Addiction | The Atlantic on YouTube Consumerism in the U.S. has reached an all-time high.

Why Experiences are Better Than Things | Joshua Becker on YouTube.