#own less

[excessexorcism]

This is for me

But maybe it will help you.

I have a hard time getting rid of things. Cataloguing them before I make them leave my life seems like it would put my mind at ease.

[isharecoolstuff]

I have 158 things to my name, how many things do you guys own ?

My goal is to live with 120 things tops, slowly but surely getting there !

[thehappyhermit]

How Minimalism Is A Sustainable Lifestyle

How Minimalism Is A Sustainable Lifestyle

Minimalism is a sustainable lifestyle, and has been around for a long time now. It became a fad among mostly the millennials. But the baby boomers latched on soon after as well because of its commonsense approach to career focus and financial sustainability. Now minimalism reaches across all age groups, social positions, and economic standings. Especially now that the economy is dive-bombing,…

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Why Owning Less Can Save You Money

Minimalism is a hot trend these days. All you have to do is turn on your TV to shows about tiny houses to understand just how much people want to declutter their lives and get rid of the bulk of their belongings. Living in a tiny house may not be your cup of tea, but if you long to get organized and live a simpler lifestyle, getting rid of some of your belongings could be just what you need to feel motivated and invigorated.

As it turns out, owning less costs less, too. Not only does it give you room to breathe, but downsizing your belongings can put money in your wallet, help you build up your savings, and provide you with the opportunity to follow your dreams, whether you want to travel the world or start your own animal sanctuary. Who knows? It might even lead to an early retirement. Here's how:

You Don't Need as Much Space

The more you own, the more space you need to keep it all. Whether you bought a larger home because of the closet space or you rent self-storage to keep items you don't know what to do with, when you get rid of things, they're not taking up space anymore. And, you don't need to keep paying for that space anymore, either. You can downsize to a smaller home if you want, which usually means a smaller mortgage payment and less money spent on energy bills. You can also kiss that monthly self-storage fee goodbye. Even downsizing to a smaller storage unit can save you several hundred dollars a year if there are some things you still aren't prepared to part with.

Disorganization and Clutter Can Be Costly

The more stuff you own, the more likely you are to lose things due to disorganization. The more you lose things, the more time you spend replacing them. Maybe you forgot about the toolkit buried in the garage so you now own three hammers. Or maybe your kitchen is so cluttered with gadgets and utensils that cooking and cleaning up can be a pain, so you find yourself eating out just to avoid it.

Having too much stuff around is also costly when it comes to your mental health. Owning too many things or being surrounded by clutter can drain your energy and cause depressed or anxious feelings. While extra odds and ends around your home can directly tax your wallet, they can also be emotionally taxing and make it difficult to get things done.

Maintaining Things Is Also Costly

Many things you own require some kind of maintenance. If you own multiple cars, you're paying insurance, taxes and routine maintenance fees on vehicles you might not even drive. Have multiple closets full of clothes? You're likely spending extra money washing, drying, or taking those items to the dry cleaners. When a new version of your favorite gadget hits the market, you might be tempted to spend even more money to upgrade and replace it. Even maintenance expenditures that seem reasonable will build up over time, which is especially uneconomical if you don't use the items as often as you planned.

You Can Make Money Selling Unwanted Items

The best part about downsizing is that you can actually make money selling your unwanted or unnecessary items. From furniture to jewelry, there may be some real value hidden in belongings you don't necessarily love but have been hanging onto. To start enjoying peace of mind and start saving money, let EVERYTHING BUT THE HOUSE handle the work of selling it all for you. While someone else photographs and lists your items on online auctions accessible to a pool of global buyers, you can focus on enjoying your newly decluttered life and an extra windfall from your old items.

Want to learn more? Check out EBTH.com to speak with an EBTH advisor. Whether you’re looking to sell a whole home’s worth of items or just a few things, EBTH combines white-glove customer service with leading-edge technology and a global audience of more than 1 million monthly shoppers to make the most of your items. 

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[mymwardrobe]

Wisdom

[mymwardrobe]

7 Common Problems Solved by Owning Less

The intentional choice to live with fewer possessions has brought with it a great number of benefits. It has been the answer to much of the discontent we felt in our lives when we owned more possessions.

[organizedminimalist]

// would you rather have really organized crap, or no crap at all?