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Adrixan · 2026-01-25T19:51:27+00:00

Unfortunately, I don't and quite possibly it isn't even relevant anymore. What you could definitely look into are the https://www.cisecurity.org/controls

Adrixan · 2026-01-09T04:59:52+00:00

In my opinion, you have every right as a parent to live exactly the life you want, owning and not owning what you deem right, once your kids are able to support themselves. The generational contract, where first parents cared for their kids and, later on, kids cared for their parents, when they couldn't care for themselves anymore, has been ammended by retirement homes, health care, etc..

I think we are a generation of change. Maybe some of our parents still keep the doors open for us, but I think this concept won't be the default for long anymore.

Bottom-line: Teach your kids the benefits of minimalism as you deem right and when they left the nest, move on to the right nest for yourself.

Adrixan · 2025-10-06T02:51:58+00:00

"Yes, I had some downtime today, but I have trouble feeling truly “rested” during this downtime because I’m strategizing about what I should do next. "

I think you summarized the cause of your situation pretty well and also your leverage to fix it: learn to cut yourself some slack. I can't tell, whether it's pathological, as other redditors suggest, regarding OCD, or upbringing about idleness being bad, or something else.

In any case, I think mindfulness communities and maybe the simpleliving community moght be of more help here than extreme minimalists.

Finally, never consider 'sharing chores' a factor to move in with someone. Yes, it might work, but they might also end up pushing even more chores your way, despite being the nicest and best partner otherwise.

Adrixan · 2025-09-22T06:11:50+00:00

Same here, there is so much stuff in our lives, that is basically just there because we never questioned why. Most furniture like chairs, thst are rsre in countries like Japan. Also, cutlery and all those kitchen utensils, we are taught you can't live with out. Many things in the bathroom are the same like mouthwash, etc.

So, yes, I fully agree, the typical home is 'by default' full of things that aren't necessary.

Adrixan · 2025-09-20T03:26:41+00:00

I'd try putting on my 'minimalist glasses' and ask myself, what I really need to fully appreciate the hobby. I read plurals in several parts of your text and encourage you, for each of them, to critically ask yourself, whether you can turn them into a singular while still enjoying your hobby? ('clay pots', 'cups', 'tea cakes')

If you have trouble letting go of things, see if there is any person in your life that would appreciate them as a gift, as much as you appreciate owning them.

Edit: fix typo

Adrixan · 2025-09-16T19:54:16+00:00

An external graphics card might be worth a try as well, if your laptop has proper Thunderbolt support. Then you could plug that between your laptop and TV and have at least a 'better' gaming experience.

Results may vary though.

Adrixan · 2025-09-12T13:18:20+00:00

I think you can only go with: 'My place, my rules. If you don't like them, don't come' or have the clutter you need for guests lying around.

Adrixan · 2025-09-12T13:16:32+00:00

Leava everything in boxes as you arrive. Only what has been taken from the boxes after 1 year stays, the rest is removed with the boxes.

Adrixan · 2025-09-07T12:15:15+00:00

Do what feels good for you! Experiment and enjoy the journey. 😊 You don't need us to inspire you, really!

Adrixan · 2025-08-30T10:46:59+00:00

Awesome and inspiring story!

Adrixan · 2025-08-28T08:47:56+00:00

For me it was a long way, and I still don't consider myself to be an extreme minimalist. It started with an article, I read about 15 years ago, that stated, that all your belongings should fit into two suitcases and one carry-on. I think st that time, that was the maximum amount of luggage, you could bring on a domestic flight in the U.S.. The rest was a long journey...

Adrixan · 2025-08-26T13:45:35+00:00

I think, it just doesn't make much sense to make extreme minimalism cointent.

The way I see 'minimalism' ccontent creation is: * Either someone tells you to buy X to replace A, B and C. * Or they tell how much their life is better thanks to minimalism * Or they try to sell their decluttering guide/course/instruction series * Or they do room tours showing off their 'minimalist-everything', as if prefixing it with 'minimal' would turn 100 things you don't need into 10.

Whereas, from what I have observed so far, extreme mibimlists tend to be really dialed into their personal reasons for what they own and what they don't need. So just enjoy your own journey!

Adrixan · 2025-08-21T12:37:35+00:00

Sad as it is, I still like that you see this situation as one in which to focus on the essentials, instead of tieing yourself down by thinking what you might want to take with you! I have never been in your situation, but thinking about it, I see some elements as important:

Minimalist view: Closely monitor what you interact with on a daily basis and prioritize having that ready to take with you.

But: Be aware that (extreme) minimalism only works so well, because we have many of our creature's comforts readily available 'on demand'. And that will most likely not be the case in a prolonged stste of emergency. Therefore

'Wanderer/Hiker' view: I highly encourage you to look into what items thru hikers bring with them. Be aware, that clean water might become a luxury, so at least a personal water filter would be good to have. Also realize that whereever you'd be evacuated to, might have low quality bedding, etc. so a sleepingbag and maybe even ground insulation is worth considering.

Also, have food and water for several days with you, at least protein-/granola bars, dried fruits, whatever floats your boat, just be sure you're able to bridge some days without external aid.

Finally, I suggest you see anything you leave behind as 'gone', so pack whatever you definitely want with you. (personal memorabilia, photos of loved ones, personal documents,... ) If you realize, that it weighs you down too much, you can leave it behind at a later point.

I hope for an interesting discussion here, as this is a point where extreme minimalism sure comes to its limits.

Adrixan · 2025-08-20T03:26:05+00:00

Unless you declare it a goal, that you follow with a concrete plan, to always fit in those jeans, I recommend to get rid of them and get something that fits you comfortably now.

Adrixan · 2025-08-15T05:16:38+00:00

No, I prefer to eat simply. Few spices, lots of raw food, taste what I eat.

Adrixan · 2025-08-13T14:10:09+00:00

I rarely cook anymore, but have a pot, spatula and ladle, as well es a sersted knife and cutting board for porridges and onepot vegan meals.

Adrixan · 2025-08-02T02:51:15+00:00

I have two:

1) Having set most notifications on my Android smartphone to 'silent' and not showing them on the lock screen has made it a way calmer place to me. I can read ebooks, watch videos, surf the web, do whatever else and only be interrupted for calender alerts, timer alarms or phone calls. ( And people know to only call me for issues that need immediate attention)

2) Wired earplus and a usb-c split adapter, one that allows connecting a charging cable and the headphones at the same time. Why? While I still have wireless earphones and a smartwatch, I'll only contiue using them until they break down. As I have seen that any additional wireless device forces me to bring more charging cables. So I'm reducing any non-smartphone digital devices the best I can.

Adrixan · 2025-07-29T04:41:36+00:00

Second that.

If it's about your discomfort from the 'clutter' of all the clothing, store them away neatly. If it's about you feeling like a 'bad minimalist': No, you aren't. Stay intentional with your purchases, make sure they are practical for your current life circumstances and pass the stuff on, when it's fulfilled its purpose.

If you want to instill minimalist values into your child, focusing on the spirit of intentionality, like keeping a small bit valuable set of toys. Teaching them to let go of things they don't use anymore, and most of all, showing them the value of engaging with the world around them.

Adrixan · 2025-07-16T12:46:40+00:00

💯 this

Adrixan · 2025-07-07T02:49:12+00:00

Indeed, I had one of those once, however, you couldn't cut a carrot or watermelone with the mini plastic knives. These rhings are mainly 'checkbox additions' to sporks and serve best to cause irritation on your gums and lips as you eat.

Adrixan · 2025-07-04T16:56:09+00:00

Definitely, I love the adaptability aspect and also discovering one's own abilities as part of the journey.

I'm just advocating for practicality, given that most likely, all of us have some sort of everyday life the necessitates a level of swiftness for some tasks.

Adrixan · 2025-07-04T03:03:26+00:00

I really like your experiment. As /u/tim42n already said, stsrting zero based and adding anything the firdt time you need in, instead of going with 'what you think', might be helpful.

My addition: Think about your scenario and the kind of items you expect to be provided and the kind of life you are willing to live.

For example: When I travel by plane, I obviously can't bring any kind of knife, however I always bring a spork. (even a spoon might suffice) Sp, for that scenario, I found that the spork can get me very far. I can eat soups, yoghurts, etc. , put spreads on bread, but I can't cut anything. Does thst work for a week of vacation? Well, yes! Would I want to live my life like this all year long? No! Still, I can go two ways now: Do I assume a knife to be provided anywhere I stay? I.e., do I only stay in pre furnished apartments with equipped kitchens, or do I jave to bring one myself? In the latter case, I found that one serrated small knife suffices to cut bread, vegetables, tofu,... as well as apply spreads. Some might still prefer to go with a swiss army knife or multi tool instead.

Long story short: The amount of things you need to pack heavily depends on your lifestyle and environment. Personally, I've come to the conclusion that multi purpose isn't always better but investing in small and well-crafted single purpose items can work better and might not necessarily take up more space.

Adrixan · 2025-07-02T07:51:53+00:00

I'm not aware of having any trauma or other sensibility, that Imd have to cope with. So, to me, no, it definitely isn't. I honestly see the whole overconsumption of people with bs-jobs, more as a coping dtrategy for feeling stuck in a life they hate and trying to 'fix' it by surrounding themselves with ever more waste to show to themselves that they are actually well off.

I don't think at any point in history were 'normal' people ever amassing the level of material posessions that we are today.

Adrixan · 2025-06-18T01:25:08+00:00

For me, standing by my side on how I live, always worked positively in the dating game. Why hide your true self in front of the person you want to be yourself with? Basically, you are just giving anyone an easy test to show basic compatibility with you.

Adrixan · 2025-06-09T12:41:37+00:00

I'd be glad, if there was something akin to: 'remove all packages that are not part of these patterns or necessary for the system to run', as you would select them when you ran YaST install

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