The beginning of my journey to a minimalist life.

[iwillcomeagain]

Lately I've been reading a lot about minimalism and bicycle touring. Something about getting rid of all of the junk in this apartment and travelling the world with only my bicycle and a few bags is becoming increasingly intriguing. But what would I get rid of? What is "junk"? What do I own that is essential for living and what do I own just because

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Getting rid of stuff

[anonymous]

One good way to start, is to get rid of everything you haven't used in the last 6 months. You'll probably find there's a lot in your closets you've simply forgotten about! And yes, touring the world with just what is in your panniers can be incredibly liberating, although on really rainy days you might also find yourself missing home comforts like that sofa and duvet :)

Friedel (http://travellingtwo.com)