The depth of slowness
Living by rhythm, not rush
“No matter the fixation—be it possessions, people, or prosperity—attachment leads to suffering.” —Joshua Fields Millburn
00: A day measured in meaning
Minimalism Life’s premium edition continues with an essay on attention — not as discipline, but as devotion. In our next issue, Slowness as intelligence, we explore a different way of measuring a day: not in speed or output, but in meaning. Where the world rewards haste, we turn to the depth that emerges in slower rhythms — the kind that invite perception, care, and clarity.
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01: Journal
Read entries from the archive of the Minimalism Life® community journal
Slay the dragons: stop chasing someone else’s idea of normalcy and build your own
Words by Gretel Sarmiento
Living for everyone else: don't end up living the life you don't want
Words by Leo Babauta
Three reasons to seek other POVs: we all do what we do for a reason
Words by The Minimalists
Share your story
Do you have an interesting story you would like to share on minimalism.com? We want to read about it. You have the opportunity write about your experience of how minimalism has impacted your life and get your words published in our community journal.
02: Minimal art
From our curated gallery
03: Minimal design
Explore our list of curated design resources
Le Corbusier's love for concrete (article)
Simplicity by DOC (article)
04: Minimal lifestyle
Explore our list of curated lifestyle resources for simple living
Small scale is the best scale by Manu (article)
Why I don't want stuff by Derek Sivers (article)
Meditation postures by Walden (article)
05: Shop
Discover our hand-picked minimalist products in the Minimalism Life® shop
06: Brands anchored by simplicity and sustainability
Minimalism can mean frugality and owning less, but it can also mean supporting ethical brands with sustainability at their core. Here are a few you might find interesting—just remember, clothes are not an investment.
Meller: minimal shades
Mismo: bags and accessories from natural materials
VOID Watches: simple Swedish timepieces
The Resort Co.: eco-conscious and artisan vacation wear
WAHTS: minimal monochromatic menswear
Discover more minimal brands on minimalism.com