Amanda Jones is one of Ideal Home's new Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on sustainable living and decorating a home in way that is good for the environment. See the rest of her articles here.
After spending years decluttering over 70% of our household belongings, I loved living with less stuff, and fully embraced living as a minimalist. The benefits of minimalism cannot be underestimated. At a time when my life was very busy and complicated, living minimally helped me keep control of my home, and subsequently, my mind. Whilst I no longer consider myself to be a minimalist, the years I lived that way has benefitted me greatly, and had a big impact on the decisions I make, let me explain.
