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By Leo Babauta I’m publishing this a bit late (I usually post by the end of the year) but that is a good summary of 2022 for me: chaotic and…

A few weeks ago, I had coffee with friends and we talked about how to spend less money. Our conversation was wide ranging and interesting. I noticed that my friends…

When’s the best time to declutter? The answer might surprise you. Have you ever wondered if there’s a best time to declutter? Or maybe you’ve put off getting started because…

Mindy, a mother of three, is an engaged and creative mom. On any given day, there might be paintbrushes soaking in the family’s kitchen sink, social media-inspired sculptures on the…

By Leo Babauta So many of us spend a ton of time and energy stuck in indecision — the stress and delays that come with this are quite incredible. One…

Don’t miss the digital declutter checklist at the end of this article. I love digital spaces! A few of my favorite spaces include my inbox, Notes, and messaging apps. I…

Are you a fan of minimalist living but tired of feeling like you need to follow a strict set of rules to be a “real” minimalist? As someone who’s been…

According to important new research, when kids watch lots of television, parents’ stress levels increase. The research is helpful because it seems counterintuitive. In fact, many parents turn on the…

By Leo Babauta I’ve worked with lots of incredible people who want to create something — whether it’s art, a book, a business, or some impact on the world. One…

This is often the time of year where we start to wonder how to get back on track. From getting back to the gym and steering clear of bad habits…

Looking to simplify your closet and create a more streamlined, minimalist wardrobe? You’re not alone. In recent years, the minimalist lifestyle has gained increasing popularity, and many people are realising…

The above photo was taken on December 4, 2010, in Dayton, Ohio, just ten days before we launched TheMinimalists.com (in fact, it was the original header photo on this site…

“Be who you needed when you were younger.” —Brad Montague It’s easy to see the faults in others but difficult to see the places where we fall short in our…

By Leo Babauta One of the keys to living a life of calm and purpose is the art of letting go. If you’d like a more peaceful life, it’s powerful…

We all know the “I’m so busy” people. I used to be one. Maybe you are one too. We say “I’m so busy” in response to people kindly asking, “how…

As a former shopaholic, I know how hard it is to declutter clothes. I had so many pretty things, and for years, letting go felt impossible.  But what I didn’t…

After all four shows sold out in 2022, Sunday Symposium is back for 2023! Join The Minimalists, and podcast cohost T.K. Coleman, in Los Angeles for a brand-new Sunday Symposium.…

“Sometimes it’s the smallest decisions that can change your life forever.” – Keri Russell Every significant, major change that we make in our lives is the result of a long…

By Leo Babauta For those of us who find ourselves constantly busy and doing, it’s often hard to imagine a more effortless life. Life is striving, pushing to make things…

I’m guessing this isn’t the first time you’ve wondered how to get rid of negative thoughts. I hope these recommendations are more helpful than what you’ve come across before. For…