Minimalism is not only letting go in the soul, but also ‘purifying’ material things!
The minimalist lifestyle is being accepted and responded to very strongly by modern people. Perhaps because people feel too tired in the hustle and bustle of life, they often seek out slow, contemplative things to stabilize their emotions.
An extremely important step in the minimalist lifestyle that everyone must do is simplifying the living environment. Or more specifically, your room, your house. People often say: Living environment reflects human personality!
To simplify, you have to let go. Throw away unnecessary things; Arrange neatly and neatly, making the living environment as pristine as possible. Thanks to that, our spirit also improves and becomes more optimistic.
Start simplifying your home in the following 5 places:
1. Wardrobe
If you are determined to turn your house into a minimalist lifestyle, you must treat it comprehensively. Let’s start with the wardrobe. Before throwing away, you should consult with family members if the item belongs to them.
The main rule is: Keep the clothes you are wearing and will wear, and bravely throw away the rest. If you can give it to someone else, even better.
Give away or throw away the following 5 types:
Firstly, clothes not worn for more than 1 year.
Secondly, let go of “confrontations” with others if you are someone who doesn’t like wearing the same clothes.
Third, clothes do not suit your current style and body shape.
Fourth, bags and clothes are damaged beyond repair or faded.
Fifth, all clothes and accessories bought but never used.
2. Makeup corner
Modern people like to take care of themselves, so they more or less have several makeup kits. Please dispose of products that have been opened but are no longer used because they take up space and are not good for your facial skin.
Please throw away:
One, makeup and skin care products are past their expiration date.
Two, the chalk is damaged, crushed, and broken.
Three, makeup tools are too dirty.
Four, small jewelry deteriorates and rusts.
3. Kitchen
After a week of not using social networks, I found THINGS that help me “come back to life” after being lost due to the epidemic.
The kitchen is a place that needs to be minimalist as urgently as the wardrobe. It is necessary to rearrange everything, put tools in one group so that they can be easily found when needed.
One, chopsticks, spoons, and wooden plates that have been used for a long time have developed mold and need to be replaced.
Second, sort by category: Cooking utensils, spices, food…
Three, throw away all the paper boxes that you think you will use but are always in a corner.
4. Living room
The living room is the central living area of the house, so we often focus on arranging and decorating in this place the most. However, those who often clean the house know that the living room is a very difficult place to arrange. This room contains too many small items such as children’s toys, souvenirs, decorations…
Get rid of all display items that do not beautify the room. Specify a location for each item to put it in the right place after use.
Underneath the sofa there are often things you wouldn’t expect. Pay attention to this location and clean it regularly because it is easy to overlook.
5. Bathroom
You should note that the bathroom or toilet is a place that is often wet, so it is not suitable for storing too many items. Even if there are ventilation windows or fans, it cannot be completely dry. Furthermore, modern toilets often have cabinets and shelves installed. But the items inside are often the easiest to forget.
Throw away all smelly, dark, torn towels, soaps and shower gels that have been opened but have not been used for more than half a year, and products that are past their expiration date.
In particular, you should pay attention to the foot mat in front of the toilet door. You often think it’s normal for it to be wet all the time. However, that’s why carpets in this location often get moldy and accumulate dirt the fastest.