SIMPLIFY YOUR SPACE
South African Garden and Home
|Garden&Home; September 2023 issue
In today's fast-paced world, where clutter and chaos seem to be the norm, many families are turning to minimalist principles to regain control of their living areas
For the average family, the idea of ditching every extra spoon or storing every item out of sight might seem too extreme. The good news is that minimalism can be adapted to suit your family's needs without aggressively donating or discarding belongings. For our family, minimalism has simplified our lives, not in terms of aesthetics, but by choosing household items that we actually use and that bring us joy in our everyday life while donating those that do not.
In our kitchen, for example, we only keep items we genuinely use, making everything very accessible and easy to find. Let me share some other ways we have achieved home organisation.
What's great about these tips is that anyone can implement them. You'll see the benefits of adapting this lifestyle instantly: a calm, clean, and organised space with more time to spend on the things that truly matter - spending time with your family and enjoying life!
EMBRACE PRACTICAL MINIMALISM
When it comes to minimalism, there's no need to feel like you're giving up everything you love. It's all about finding a balance that works for your family. Take a moment to think about what truly brings value and joy to your household. Keep the essentials and let go of things that serve no practical purpose or don't have sentimental value.
ROOM-BY-ROOM DECLUTTERING
This story is from the Garden&Home; September 2023 issue edition of South African Garden and Home.
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