Real Life Minimalists

Every Monday I post Real Life Minimalists, a profile of one of my readers in their own words. If you’d like to participate, click here for details.

Today, I’d like to introduce you to Kate Carpenter, whose minimalist journey led her to a career as a writer. Be sure to visit her website to learn more about her books!

Kate writes:

My first year of college, I read a book called Living Poor with Style by Ernest Callenbach and it changed my life. For 40 years (I’m 58 now), I’ve been a “minimalist” but didn’t know what to call myself!… {Read more}

Every Monday I post Real Life Minimalists, a profile of one of my readers in their own words. If you’d like to participate, click here for details.

Today, Lucent Imagery from Australia writes about how minimalism has contributed to her vision of the world; I think you’ll find her story very inspiring! After reading, don’t forget to check out the beautiful photos on her blog.

Lucent Imagery writes:

When I look back on my childhood, I know that minimalism in some shape or form was always a part of me. My mum and I always loved “throw out” days where we would purge excess belongings or clothes that no longer appealed to us.… {Read more}

Every Monday I post Real Life Minimalists, a profile of one of my readers in their own words (click here for details).

Today, Heidi from Kingman, AZ shares an inspirational story with us. She explains how her minimalist philosophy helped her through a very difficult time in her life.

Heidi writes:

The past few years have been so stressful. I was overworked and exhausted. I was also terrified of becoming a hoarder like my mother’s best friend. I didn’t know what I was looking for, but I needed help. I started by researching stress relief and found tons of really decent websites that basically said too much stuff makes you stressed.… {Read more}

Every Monday I post Real Life Minimalists, a profile of one of my readers in their own words (click here for details).

This week, I’m pleased to feature Heidi J. I just love this story of how she decluttered a former creative pursuit! Check out her blog, knithappiness, to read more.

Heidi writes:

Inspired by Real Life Minimalist Robert Hickman.

I started reading Miss Minimalist last June, after devouring Francine’s book, “The Joy of Less.” Reading the blog weekly, helped me move along on my journey of reducing the unnecessary from my life. I found pure simple joy in decluttering room by room, reducing my wardrobe to 30 pieces of well fitting clothing, and wading through unused kitchen gadgets.… {Read more}

Every Monday I post Real Life Minimalists, a profile of one of my readers in their own words (click here for details).

Today we hear from Brasilicana, who reduced her possessions to the airline’s baggage allowance for her international move. Please visit her blog to learn more about her life in Brazil.

Brasilicana writes:

I’ve always had minimalist tendencies; I was never one to accumulate lots of clothes or knickknacks. Throughout my young adulthood, I preferred spending my money on travel and experiences rather than on acquiring things.

However, the true test of my convictions came when I got married and moved to Brazil.… {Read more}

Every Monday I post Real Life Minimalists, a profile of one of my readers in their own words (click here for details).

This week, Karen writes from the Philippines. She’s applying a minimalist philosophy not only to her possessions, but also to her relationships and career. Check out her blog to learn more.

Karen writes:

Hello guys! I’m Karen, 23 years old and I live in the Philippines with my family! I am a minimalist before I knew what it is called. From time to time, I’ve been de-cluttering my collection of letters and journal books. I also see to it that my closet is not always full.… {Read more}