A year of living without
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“Great design is a multi-layered relationship between human life and its environment.” – Naoto Fukasawa
A year of living without
Rediscovering the joy in less
In an age of excess, the idea of living without might seem daunting. Yet, it's a concept gaining traction, especially at the start of a new year. Inspired by Leo Babauta's experiment of 'A Year of Living Without', this approach is not just about giving up something; it's a journey of self-discovery and simplicity.
The premise is simple but profound. Each month, choose one thing you regularly depend on and live without it. This could range from coffee, social media, to even refined sugars. The key is not to view this as a loss, but as an opportunity to explore what fills the void (if anything).
What happens when we detach from our routines? Do we find a newfound appreciation for what we have, or do we discover that our dependencies were unnecessary? It's a personal exploration, one that challenges our perceptions and habits.
As we navigate through each month, the learnings are unique. Some may find joy in the tranquility of disconnectedness, while others might appreciate the small luxuries they once took for granted. It's about making room in our lives for more than just possessions and habits. It's about creating space for growth, reflection, and perhaps, a bit of unexpected joy.
In a world where consumption is often equated with happiness, living without can be a liberating experience. It's an invitation to pause, reflect, and maybe, just maybe, find contentment in the simplicity of less.
01 – Minimalism Life® reboot
We’re on the verge of unveiling our new website. You might have already spotted some new design materials slowly being introduced on our social media channels. We’re planning the launch of the new minimalism.com on January 17. It’s going to be an exciting new era for us, and we’re hyped to share this journey with you. It’s a slow, iterative, and evolving road and it feels like we’re just getting started, even though we’re technically seven years into this project. You’ll be first to hear about it when we go live on Wednesday.
02 – Community journal
Read entries from the archive of the Minimalism Life® journal:
03 – Share your experiences
Do you have an interesting story you would like to share on minimalism.com? We want to read about it. Here, you have the opportunity to get involved and contribute to our journal.
04 – Found on the web
Other things on the web you might be interested in reading:
05 – Brands anchored by simplicity and sustainability
Minimalism can be about frugality and owning less, but it can also be about supporting ethical brands with sustainability at their core (less but better). Here’s several that you might be interested learning more about.
OMNES: Sustainable and affordable fashion
Pini Parma: Italian clothing for the modern man
Collars & Co: Minimalist polo shirts
Form & Thread: Mindfully sourced garments
Pedestal: Minimal stands for your screens
Luca Faloni: Luxury Italian men's clothing
Senreve: Minimal leather and vegan handbags
Wahts: Minimalist, monochromatic men’s fashion
Nordic Knots: Rugs inspired by the beauty of the Nordic light
Neem: Menswear made from recycled materials
ODA: The modular everyday bag and essentials
Cariuma: Sustainable sneakers
Pedestal: Minimal stands for your screens
Rent the Runway: Rent designer clothing
The Resort Co: Eco-conscious and artisan vacation wear
ASKET: Ending fast fashion by making covetable everyday essentials
Discover more minimal brands on minimalism.com