Thoughts on Living a Minimalist Life
by Leo Babauta
Selected writings of Leo Babauta, the author of the famous blog Zen Blog, on how he lives a minimalist life.
Confessions of a minimalist
I have to confess that in recent years, I’ve often lost my minimalist way.
Read ChapterLowering life’s requirements
I was walking through an airport and wanted to get a cup of coffee to wake me up.
Read ChapterMinimalism: the lean life
Often people think that having more will lead to greater comfort, pleasure, happiness and security.
Read ChapterThe future of advertising
One of the biggest reasons people buy so much, and are so discontent with their lives, is advertising.
Read ChapterMinimal web
A minimalist website. Perfect for the readers, which is perfect for the writer.
Read ChapterBeing able to walk away
In any kind of negotiation, your ability to walk away is your strongest tool.
Read ChapterDownsides of minimalism
In order to better prepare you, my lovely and good-hearted reader, for minimalism, it’s my duty to point out some of the downsides.
Read ChapterFeaturecreep & grandparents
It’s incredible how much people rely on these things, actually, and have come to think they’re necessary.
Read ChapterThe minimalism of tea
Tea is a an act complete in its simplicity. When I drink tea, there is only me, and the tea.
Read ChapterThe just in case syndrome
You already know what the “Just In Case” Syndrome is, without me having to describe it.
Read Chapter10 essentials
I was reading a series in GQ called 10 Essentials where a designer or stylish celebrity names 10 things that are essential to them.
Read ChapterAddition by subtraction
Oftentimes when we have a perceived need, we look for something to acquire in order to meet that need.
Read ChapterOn finding contentedness
Almost everyone I know is looking for something better, all the time.
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