streamlined guide for streamlining: 63 tactics to minimize possessions, with a twist – reverting the decluttering process
In the heart of February 2024, Courtney invites you to join her on a journey towards a simpler, more intentional life. This week's edition of Weekend Favorites focuses on living simply without the need to declutter physical possessions. Instead, it's about making small, intentional shifts in daily habits that prioritise what truly matters and reduce unnecessary stress or distractions.
Kick-start your weekends with a mindful morning routine. Prepare your own healthy breakfast, spend quality offline time with family, and avoid early exposure to technology or social media. This can provide structure and set a calm, intentional tone for the day.
Another practical way to make a big difference is by limiting or detoxing from social media. Reducing time spent on these platforms, which average about two hours daily, frees up mental space, lowers anxiety, and stops you from constantly comparing yourself to others or getting caught in endless scrolling.
Practice intention in spending and commitments. Mindful financial habits, like cutting unnecessary expenses, reduce stress and create breathing room in your life. Similarly, learning to say no and do less overall helps focus energy on meaningful activities without the need to declutter physical items.
Living intentionally means making slow, steady changes that align your daily life with your values. Appreciating what you have and focusing on quality over quantity enhances fulfillment without requiring drastic removal of possessions.
Reducing digital overwhelm is also crucial. Beyond social media detox, managing notifications, limiting screen time, and simplifying digital tools can also create calm and clarity in your life, helping you focus on real-world experiences instead of constant digital stimulation.
This week's edition also includes a list of 99 things to do this weekend that don't involve alcohol, 63 things to declutter, and suggestions on how to try the Project 333 challenge. Courtney encourages you to make a list of things you want more or less of in your day, year, or life. Short lists of things you want more of, such as creativity and connection, can help guide your intentions.
In addition, Courtney discusses the importance of stopping catastrophizing and making short lists of things you want less of, such as screen time and being bothered about things outside of your control.
Don't forget to check out the Sunday brunch playlist and follow @tinybuddhaofficial on Instagram for more inspiration on living simply. Courtney looks forward to welcoming you back almost every Saturday for more Weekend Favorites.
Weekend Favorites this week extends beyond decluttering physical possessions towards enhancing health and lifestyle. Begin your weekends with a mindful morning routine, preparing a healthy breakfast, spending quality time offline with family, and limiting early technology usage for a calm start. Additionally, explore intentional spending and commitments, such as adopting mindful financial habits or participating in challenges like Project 333, that encourage quality over quantity and reduce stress.
