Mastering the Art of Ambling Into Minimalism

Mastering the Art of Ambling Into Minimalism
The 3 principles I used to free myself from excess stuff without making it a burden on the planet
Andrea Hoymann
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Apr 3, 2022
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Photo by Alyssa Strohmann on UnsplashMoving house is one of the rare occasions in life when we are brought face to face with the reality of all our belongings — right down to the contents of the bottom kitchen drawer.
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Written by Andrea Hoymann
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German expat in Australia | writes about sustainability, travel, work & life | head of strategy at brandchemistry.com.au
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