The Minimalism Backlash: Trends That Have Worn Out Their Welcome

It’s no secret that many people are looking for any way to declutter their lives, and for most, that starts with their homes.

Upcycling is one of the most environmentally friendly and satisfying ways to repurpose old furniture, but some people do it needlessly.

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Many experts agree there’s a thin line between decluttering and competing against friends and family to see who can donate the most items to charity.

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Instead of using bookshelves to store books, recently, more people have displayed their books unfolded on their walls as a do-it-yourself art installation.

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Some habits are bizarre and don’t endorse any values decluttering and minimalism stand for – like re-packing food into different containers.

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Many people can’t stand those who set specific organizing goals for themselves each day, such as pre-determining how many items to throw out or donate daily.

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