# The Minimalism Paradox

Source: https://www.theminimalists.com/paradox/
Published: 2014-11-13
Updated: 2024-06-12
Author: The Minimalists

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Minimalists don’t avoid material possessions; we avoid [excess](https://theminimalists.com/excess). Paradoxically, by owning less, the things we own bring greater joy to our lives. In other words, all of our things are our favorite things. Otherwise they are in the way.

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