This new decade is all about being responsible and understanding the fine line between “need” and “greed”, “being truthful” and “being insensitive”, and many more new definitions or realizations that were somewhere blurred in the past. In fact, this thought in itself is worth breaking the string of alike sentences to thank that we are able to witness this evolution. And what a great time it’s for new moms to inculcate minimalism in their life along with making their kids value it. Moreover, embracing minimalism will indeed help you a big time in order to stay organized, while performing your mom duties.
Not sure how to start the ultimate minimalist mom journey? Here are some of the key points that you can consider while starting the new thoughtful journey.
Tips To Be A Perfect Minimalistic Mom
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Own less materialistic things and more love
Our houses are not storage units for our belongings, but rather gathering places for love and connection. By decluttering our houses, we create more physical space and reduce distractions, allowing us to truly live the way we want to live. Start by getting rid of stuff you don’t need and focusing on keeping the things that offer your family joy.
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Let go of past stuff
Simply let go of your past. Give those old college shoes that you haven’t used in ages. Throw out that stack of mags; everything is on Pinterest now. Donate your old books and mugs, and photograph all of your unicorn coloring pages and cards so you may save them digitally.
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Set the limit for toys
Donate the extra toys after that one spot (the closet, the toy bin, etc.) is filled. The more toys a child has, the less grateful he or she is for the ones that remain. Instead of overloading kids with too much stuff, cultivate their appreciation of nature by enjoying the outdoors.
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Be selective with clothes
Keep only those clothes that your family requires, and discard everything that hasn’t been worn in a while. On Sunday night, have your children select three outfits to wear for the week and place them in the bathroom. This is what they’ll be wearing for the rest of the week. It only takes a few minutes to do a small load every 1-2 days, and the kids will love it.
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Toss the worry out of the window
Worry keeps us awake at night and makes us feel heavy. Worry promotes fear and makes us exhausted, irritable, and afraid. Worrying is a snare. Simplicity aids in breaking the cycle. I used to be concerned about making finances, so I began working on fewer projects. There was less to be concerned about because there were fewer people around. Make careful decisions about who and what you want to surround yourself with. Keep hold of what’s important. Let go of everything else.
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Have a donation box in the home all the time
Find stuff to place in the box during your daily cleaning. Put it in the box if you come across anything that doesn’t make you happy or is a copy of what you already own.
By following these simple tips, you will be amazed to see how you have gotten rid of any unwanted items. On this note, let’s embrace minimalism to the fullest!
Reason Why Minimalism Is Essential For Moms
The term “minimalist” shouldn’t scare you off. It’s not about giving up all of your possessions or denying yourself pleasure. Minimalism is the practice of only acquiring what you really need and letting go of the rest.
Remain sincere. Are there any clothes in your closet that you really don’t need? Possibilities of too many toys for your kids Have you kept anything in garage boxes that you haven’t opened recently? With minimalism, you may get rid of clutter and focus more of your attention on the people and things that are important to you by letting go of unnecessary items.
Less is more when it comes to toys as well, which sets a good example for your kids in how to interact with material possessions. Here are some key areas in which minimalism is an essential factor for moms in the present era.
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Less stress
Items are less likely to get misplaced when there are fewer things to keep care of, which relieves a lot of mom’s worry. Don’t get me wrong, kids will still find a way, but there won’t be as many misplaced socks, disappearing schoolwork, or missing computer chargers as you’re attempting to leave the house. Items are less likely to go misplaced when you have fewer possessions.
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More time to spare
You have more time to devote to important tasks. When you glance around and see your house in disarray, it’s difficult to unwind. More free time for you and your family is possible with less clutter. Without looking at the dishes in the sink, enjoy a family game night. Without glancing at the dust on the coffee table, enjoy a family movie night. Instead of feeling like you need to keep working, you may put your children to bed and curl up with a good book. Furthermore, prioritizing enjoyable events and freeing up time you may otherwise spend on less enjoyable tasks are both possible when you apply the minimalist philosophy to your daily activities.
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More money
The savings can mount when you adopt the “less is more” philosophy and cut back on your spending. Perhaps you can take that long-dreamed-of vacation or do something as simple as pay off some debt. You won’t be sad about having extra money, I bet.
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Increased patience and presence
Even while your children will continue to drain you emotionally and psychologically, you’ll be more equipped to handle that demand. You might be able to be more available and patient when they need a hug or a shoulder to cry on if you have fewer possessions in your home.
The Bottom Line
You’ve probably seen the parodies of mothers marching through the house assigning chores, which give women a bad rap sometimes for tolerating a mess. Regardless of how forward-thinking a family is or how much a partner assists in the house, mom still has a lot of responsibility. Wherever you have kids, there’s probably a mess and some turmoil. In addition, women are more affected by messiness and clutter mentally than men are. For moms, minimalism makes sense for this particular reason. Having a calm, simple environment will turn into a sort of self-care. Enjoy quiet, unoccupied areas, especially during those priceless naps.