Have you been approaching minimalism the wrong way? Think of this: You’re never going to truly become a minimalist until you find out why you are so drawn to owning so much stuff in the first place. Christine Platt approaches the concept of minimalism from a different lens by focusing on why we are attached to things, why we consume them in the first place, and how that understanding helps to find the path to minimalism. This lovely conversation contains both practical tips for people who are downsizing and also a more philosophical discussion about the “why” behind minimalism.

Full show notes and images at thetinyhouse.net/201

In This Episode:

Beyond the aesthetics of minimalism
Tips to mitigate impulse purchases
What diversity in the tiny house and minimalist movements means
Couples counseling: the psychology behind the clutter
How to decline gifts
Understanding the root causes behind your attachments to things

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How to Go Beyond the Aesthetics of Minimalism and Find Your Why