Uploaded September 2021 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
Decluttering your life and choosing to own less, can often be a little scary or overwhelming.
Take it from me, when I first started my journey, I was overwhelmed, overthinking, and unsure about a lot. I even contemplated the idea of giving up on owning less, but that was only until I figured out why I was struggling.
So today, I’m sharing eight of the most common and real reasons people struggle to own less.
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:46 Reason #1: Safety and security
2:02 Reason #2: Guilt and obligation
3:36 Reason #3: Wardrobe shortcomings
5:34 Reason #4: Fantasy self syndrome
7:02 Reason #5: “Just in case”
8:38 Reason #6: Prioritizing organizing
9:38 Reason #7: Past connections
10:44 Reason #8: Sentimental items
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Decluttering your life and choosing to own less, can often be a little scary or overwhelming.
Take it from me, when I first started my journey, I was overwhelmed, overthinking, and unsure about a lot. I even contemplated the idea of giving up on owning less, but that was only until I figured out why I was struggling.
So today, I’m sharing eight of the most common and real reasons people struggle to own less.
🧪 Join my community, Clarity Lab, where we experiment, learn, and grow together toward lives aligned with our values:
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// Subscribe to my newsletter to receive weekly guidance, insights, and personal notes from me.
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⇨ My go-to minimalist t-shirt from CUTS
Get 15% off when you use my link: https://cuts.team/ronaldlbanks
10 Ways To Declutter Sentimental Items
youtu.be/wkIQQm9T1d4
----
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:46 Reason #1: Safety and security
2:02 Reason #2: Guilt and obligation
3:36 Reason #3: Wardrobe shortcomings
5:34 Reason #4: Fantasy self syndrome
7:02 Reason #5: “Just in case”
8:38 Reason #6: Prioritizing organizing
9:38 Reason #7: Past connections
10:44 Reason #8: Sentimental items
⇨ FREE: Clutter to Clarity™ Quick-Guide + Core Values Worksheet
ronaldlbanks.com/quickguide
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// WATCH NEXT ⇩
10 Practical Ways To Own Less
youtu.be/ESTLbomzeIk
Decluttering Advice For Messy People
youtu.be/ZKIqNJR8NA4
Decluttering Advice For Faster Results
youtu.be/_m9KxgXE5K8
How Much Do You Really Need As A Minimalist
youtu.be/eV9iivwZKbc
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// Read my latest BLOG post for more value:
ronaldlbanks.com/blog
#ronaldlbanks #minimalism #owningless
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// A B O U T
I'm Ron Banks, a minimalist + creative writer sharing my knowledge and inspiration on living a meaningful life with less.
Ronald L. Banks is my journey through lifestyle habits + personal growth. Follow my journey and learn how you can live your meaningful life.
Follow Ronald L. Banks to get inspired by new videos weekly! goo.gl/2j2X2k
Thanks for watching! & remember, Stay True to You!
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