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Enough, on Purpose
Minimalism isn’t deprivation; it’s alignment. By removing excess, you give priority room to breathe.
Seth Thomas
June 13, 2025
Love people, use things—because the opposite never works. — Joshua Fields Millburn
Good Morning. Clutter, digital or physical, taxes cognitive load; every unattended choice fragment drains decision currency for what matters.
Owning less also clarifies identity. What remains after decluttering often mirrors true values more accurately than any vision board.
Savings follow naturally: fewer impulse buys translate to “yes” funds for experiences that compound memories instead of dust.
Today’s Challenge
Pick one drawer, one folder, or one app screen and cut contents by half.
🧠 Fascinating Stimuli:
Book of the Week
 | Kendall Royce’s How to Build Habits for Success is a 124‑page quick‑hit guide that swaps vague “be disciplined” slogans for three practical tools: the Wheel of Life to spotlight priority domains, High‑Impact Habit Mapping to shrink goals into micro‑wins, and a motivational check‑in that roots habits in your personal “why.” It reads fast—think a single coffee break—and its friendly tone feels more like a coach than a lecturer. Check it out! |
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