We have recently downsized. And let me tell ya, it has been really hard for me to do.
I had no idea just how attached I was to stuff. And space. Without even realizing it, I had attached myself to items that don’t even matter. Downsizing is sanctifying. It really is. Every time I ignore my flesh and continue to purge, a small victory is won.
There are many, many benefits to downsizing homes. I thought I would share a small list of ways taking the plunge and moving into a smaller home is good for our family life.
- Living in close quarters hones our patience.
- Our children will be better equipped to share, get along with, and even live with others once they enter adulthood.
- It is easier to monitor what type of material enters our homes when they are smaller.
- There are naturally more conversations when living in tight quarters, and relationships blossom.
- Much less time is spent cleaning, and more time is spent with our families.
- Finances are freed up, and more of our resources can go towards meaningful goals. Utility bills are cheaper as well,
- Financial and debt freedom is more easily attainable.
- Bad attitudes are seen more plainly, and we can address heart issues faster.
- Our children will learn that stuff isn’t as important as they once thought it was.
- Hopefully, one day we will see a shift from the materialistic culture we live in now.
I try my best to be quick to remind myself of the hidden “downsize blessings” that naturally occur whenever I miss our old home.
What about you? Please feel free to share your favorite thing about downsizing with us!
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We are FAR from downsizing, or even considering it. However, when I go through a good purge, I feel more freedom. The stuff does get in the way. And the giving away is a blessing!
Purging feels so good, doesn’t it?
We downsized about 15 years ago when we went into full-time ministry late in life. We love our small home, although “stuff” just seems to multiply and purging seems like an on-going process. It has been a blessing and has enabled us to serve God in much greater ways.
Thanks for sharing, Donna!
We downsized to go Tiny and I love it, but I have to say it took me some time to wrap my brain about really getting rid of stuff. Once I discovered the freedom that followed a life with less I was hooked. Pairing down is a healthier way of living.
We have been working on decluttering for over a year in preparation of a move. Great post, thank you for sharing on the Homestead Hop, as one of the co-hosts I will be featuring your post this week. See you on Thursday!
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!😊
Nice post, we have just downsized WITHIN our existing house! Converting and living on the ground floor only of a large 3 storey house in The Cotswolds has been an interesting experience, but we now need to de clutter the two floors above us. Certainly a different way of downsizing, but less disruptive in many ways. Time to start blogging it I think!
Very interesting! Thank you for sharing!