10 Life-Changing Minimalist Rules

😌The Poop Rule: Would you be willing to clean poop off an item to keep it? This rule helps you let go of clutter and prioritize what really matters.

⌚️OneTouch Rule: Touch something once and deal with it right away. This rule saves you time and energy by avoiding procrastination and clutter accumulation.

🧊Iceberg Rule: Physical clutter is only the tip of the iceberg. Internal clutter, like limiting beliefs and past traumas, also need to be addressed for true decluttering.

🛠Function before Form Rule: Prioritize functionality over aesthetics when organizing. Make sure your solutions work for you and your family's needs.

💸Equivalent Exchange Rule: Understand the true cost of clutter. Everything you own comes with a price, whether it's money, time, or mental energy.

How can the OneTouch Rule help with decluttering?

—The OneTouch Rule encourages you to deal with items immediately instead of postponing, preventing clutter accumulation and saving time in the long run.

What is the Iceberg Rule in decluttering?

—The Iceberg Rule explains that decluttering goes beyond physical objects. It involves addressing internal clutter, like emotional baggage and limiting beliefs.

Why is the Function before Form Rule important in organizing?

—Prioritizing functionality ensures that your organizing solutions work for you and your family's needs, enhancing efficiency and maintaining a clutter-free space.

What is the concept behind the Equivalent Exchange Rule in minimalism?

—The Equivalent Exchange Rule reminds us that clutter comes with a cost, whether it's money, time, or mental energy. Consider the true value of the things you own.

How can the 30-day Rule reduce impulse spending?

—The 30-day Rule adds a time buffer between impulse and purchase. Waiting allows you to evaluate if the item is truly needed, reducing impulsive and unnecessary spending.

00:00Introduction to how minimalism changed my life for the better.

02:23The Poop Rule: Would you clean poop off an item to keep it? This helps prioritize what really matters.

02:59The OneTouch Rule: Deal with items immediately to prevent clutter accumulation.

04:33The Iceberg Rule: Address internal clutter beyond physical objects.

06:52The Function before Form Rule: Prioritize functionality over aesthetics in organizing.

09:29The Equivalent Exchange Rule: Understand the cost of clutter in terms of money, time, and energy.

10:49The 30-day Rule: Add a time buffer to evaluate if a purchase is necessary.

11:50Conclusion and encouraging viewers to implement these minimalist rules.