Minimalism, Mystification and The American Ideal
How can we achieve peace of mind and harmony with the self?
8 min readDec 21, 2023
Introduction to Minimalism
When I read my first blog posts or saw my first YouTube videos on minimalism, I imagined a life where I could be car free, live in a small studio or 1 bedroom apartment just outside of the city, and commute via local transportation or a bike. I liked the idea of being self-reliant enough that I could walk away from a job that was bad for my health and not be tied to car taxes or…