Name: How to Talk About Minimalism in English | English Conversation Practice | English Podcast
Uploaded: 2026-01-13T12:17:48.000Z
Duration: 24 min 57 s
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I spent my entire weekend cleaning out my closet.

I thought you were going to say something dramatic.

Because I already have two other yoga mats.

Have you ever thought about living with less stuff?

Honestly, my apartment is getting a bit crowded.

I keep buying things thinking they'll make my life better.

But then they just sit there collecting dust.

I've heard the word a lot, but I think people have different definitions.

But for me, it's about being intentional.

About what you own, what you buy, how you spend your time.

So it's not just about having an empty room with one chair.

White walls, no furniture, very cold and sterile.

It's about keeping only what adds value to your life.

It's from Marie Kondo, the Japanese organizing expert.

You hold each item and ask yourself, does this make me happy?

And if it doesn't, you thank it and let it go.

It sounds silly, but it's about gratitude.

Appreciating what things gave you before moving on.

Right, but do you need to keep them forever?

So you can appreciate what they gave you and then donate them to someone who needs them.

When your home isn't full of clutter, you have more mental space, too.

I never thought about physical stuff affecting my mind.

Studies show that cluttered environments increase stress and anxiety.

That explains why I feel overwhelmed when my desk is messy.

Your brain is constantly processing all that visual information.

No wonder I can't focus when there are piles of papers everywhere.

A clear space really does lead to a clearer mind.

I'm starting to see the appeal of minimalism now.

For some people, it's a capsule wardrobe with 30 items.

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How to Talk About Minimalism in English | English Conversation Practice | English Podcast

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