Optimal Living Daily - Personal Development and Self-Improvement

3883: 10 Things You Can Do Today to Live More Like a Minimalist by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist

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Jan 19, 2026
Explore ten practical steps to embrace a minimalist lifestyle. Discover how decluttering just one surface can bring instant calm. Learn to skip non-essential purchases and redirect those savings. Enjoy a reflective walk to assess your life’s direction while turning off distracting notifications. Cancel an obligation to reclaim valuable time, and playfully engage with your kids through fewer toys. Simplify by wearing your favorite outfit and shutting off the TV earlier for fulfilling pursuits.
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INSIGHT

Minimalism Defined As Intentional Focus

  • Minimalism intentionally promotes what you value and removes distractions from it.
  • Applied correctly, it yields more money, time, focus, and less stress.
ADVICE

Start With One Box Of Clutter

  • Remove one full box of clutter from a single room today to make progress without overwhelm.
  • Notice how the cleared space makes your home feel more peaceful and less stressful.
ADVICE

Clear One Surface Completely

  • Clear an entire surface (e.g., counter or nightstand) to reduce visual clutter in your field of vision.
  • Observe how a single clear surface changes the feel of the room and imagine that feeling throughout your home.
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