8 Ways Becoming a Minimalist Can Be Fun

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To everyone who’s thought about minimalism in the past but couldn’t bring themselves to start because it seems like such a drag, I hear you.

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There are a freaking lot of steps from where you start to where you want to end up. I want to show you that the journey to becoming a minimalist can be fun.

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Starting any new habit is hard. Add in the fact that minimalism has a stigma, can be lonely, and requires a ton of personal effort and I can see why the average person would avoid it.

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#1 Invite a Friend

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#2 Make it a Game

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#3 Learn New Skills

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#4 Give Back

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Swipe up for the Rest of the Fun List!

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