10 Best Articles on Minimalism
The most useful articles on minimalism from around the web—beginners to advanced—curated by thought leaders and our community. We focus on timeless pieces and update the list whenever we discover new, must-read articles or videos—make sure to bookmark and revisit this page.
Top 5 Minimalism Articles
At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved on minimalism by Refind users in 2023 so far.
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How to (Ethically) Get Rid of Your Unwanted Stuff
With so many extensive online selling and donation resources, there's no need to get bogged down.
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles on minimalism—all under 10 minutes.
When the Founder of Amazon Encourages You to Stop Buying…
Recently, during an interview with CNN, Jeff Bezos recommended Americans “consider putting off buying big ticket items they’ve been eyeing.”
The Swedish philosophy of lagom: how "just enough" is all you need
Just because a thing is good doesn't mean that you need more of it. "Lagom" teaches us to appreciate that "just enough" is all we need.
«A “fulfillment wheel” is a way to measure balance across different aspects of life. Lagom is to be well-rounded and to take pleasure in that»
Minimalism Is Neat, but Clutter Makes a Home
I don’t love the look of mismatched junk, but the mess satisfies a deeper emotional need.
«As I go about my day, folding laundry, or thinking through what needs to be done, my clutter reminds me of the people who have filled my life and, now, my apartment.»
The historical origins of the de-cluttered home
Religion, art and politics have all led to the minimalist idea of "less is more". Dominic Lutyens explores the ideas and aesthetics behind pared-back simplicity.
Is “Cluttercore” the Chaotic Good We Need Right Now?
It’s giving organized mess
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles on minimalism.
What Can Minimalism Do For Us? ❧ Current Affairs
From Thoreau to Marie Kondo, there have periodically been movements encouraging us to make do with less. Is this a healthy rejection of consumerism or a demand for bleak austerity?
The empty promises of Marie Kondo and the craze for minimalism
The long read: From the ‘KonMari method’ to Apple’s barely-there design philosophy, we are forever being urged to declutter and simplify our lives. But does minimalism really make us any happier?
On Digital Minimalism
The Curmudgeonly Optimist People are sometimes confused about my personal relationship with digital communication technologies. On the one hand, I'm a
Minimalism
Minimalism isn't just 'owning less stuff.' It's a state of mind that's to be inhabited. Here's what it means to me.
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