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Where is Minimalism Going?

Experientialism: why the next era of minimalism is less about counting your forks and more about curating deep, meaningful real-world experiences.

By Amanda Maish October 31, 2021 5 min read

The minimalism movement started because society was drowning in consumer clutter. But what happens after you declutter your home? The answer is experientialism: using your freed time, money, and emotional energy to truly live.

Tags:#Minimalism#Culture#Simplicity#Experiences

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