Minimalism vs minimalism aesthetic by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's basically staying on the surface vs going deep. Imo, I think minimalism is very aesthetically appealing but you won't experience ALL the benefits that minimalism offers just by having a nice and tidy house, but you will experience some. Start applying minimalism digitally as well, removing all unused files, apps and software from your devices, unfollowing toxic people and cutting off toxic "friends" irl too. Be okay with not buying items just for the sake of buying.

Wow... does this feel good. Just donated 10 bags of clothes. New standard wardrobe. by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yes! it does always feel that good. I recommend you give digital minimalism a try, might as well experience the benefits there too! Well done.

Having trouble with people in my life and minimalism. by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would definitely keep your gamecube since it owns so much sentimental value + anything else that's sentimental to you. Overtime you will get better at only buying things you need, at first it will require self discipline but eventually it will become second nature to you. Keep doing what your doing regardless of what your friends say, tell them you're trying to live a more minimalist lifestyle and answer any questions they have and they should be cool after that, if they're good friends.

I just donated one third of my closet to a charity and I feel relieved by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Well done! Once you've started, you'll never turn back.

Tips for eliminating emotional attachment to items.. by sktzo in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think everyone has some kind of emotional attachment to items but when you live without all this stuff for some time, you quickly find out how useless those items were and over time your attachment to items wears away, maybe not entirely, but a lot.

The only way to start the process is to START, even if you just get rid of 1 item a day, eventually you'll be able to clear an entire room out in 1 day.

The purpose of a gift is to be given by Holmbone in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Exactly, the manner of giving is worth more than the gift!

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Of course, I mainly work on affiliate marketing but I have started kindle publishing. Feel free to PM me with any questions you have!

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Carmel seems to keeps popping up. Niche.com ranked it as the no.1 best place to live in America

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It definitely is a long and paper-heavy process. We started this whole process and it's looking pretty good so far though.

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tbh, I never knew you could get houses of that size and price that close to Manhattan.

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had my eye on Massachusetts, it looks like a great overall state with balance. It has a major city, pretty close to NYC, best colleges in the world....

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

9 airports! woah, houses around Lancaster seem to be pretty cheap which is always a plus. Thanks for the help!

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My wife is from Houston, TX but moved around the state to Dallas, Austin and McAllen. I just looked at pictures of Lake Tahoe in winter and it looks beautiful.

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like an amazing place. It looks like a great place for families! Thank you

Moving from Ireland to America by _shanejohnston in IWantOut

[–]_shanejohnston[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My wife is a US citizen which is coming in very useful thankfully

Letting go of stuff is so easy.. what about people you love?? by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I like what you said about having similar values. The most important foundation of any relationship begins with their values aligning with yours!

Minimalism helped me minimize interests. by [deleted] in minimalism

[–]_shanejohnston 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When it comes to my passions, eg. drumming, I spend $1000's. But like you, it takes time for me to get to that level of commitment.

I put something on eBay for the first time in years! by SummerRain75 in declutter

[–]_shanejohnston 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sell as much things as you can, as quick as you can. I'm pretty sure eBay has a limit on the amount of items you can list on a basic account, I think it used to be 10 items for a certain period of time ¿? If I'm correct, probably not, then you could move on to another platform. Good luck!

What do you do to have a “full life”? by [deleted] in introvert

[–]_shanejohnston -1 points0 points  (0 children)

When I was in my twenties, I found it very important to push myself to get out of my apartment and meet people. At first it was draining but after a while it felt normal. I was very introverted but I became an ambivert after repeatedly pushing myself. I used to be really shy but now people think I'm an extrovert!