Love People, Use Possessions, Like Grandparents Taught Me

Okay, yes this is a no-brainer, probably. But the best way to live minimalist, is to shop less. Buy less. Consume less. Try living life lite. Own your possessions, don't let them own you.

My grandparents were of the depression-World War 1 and WW2 era. They had little. They were not less happy, though. I think, sans the encumbrance of stuff, they were very much happier.

This is my kitchen now remodeled. I wrote an article about it. Some commenters said they hoped this was the before pic. Nope sorry. This is it. And you know what? I like it. It's cozy, user-friendly and has all I need to cook meals prepared in love for my family. Few people had big kitchens or even separate dining rooms when I was young. We made do and were happier (there's that word again). For more on that read Minimalist Lifestyle--Love People, Use Possessions