20 Minimalist Rules I'm Following In 2025 For A Simpler Life

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It isn’t always so easy to stay consistent with minimalism or know what to prioritize. Life gets messy, and even with the best intentions, it’s easy to drift away from what matters. But I believe that with some simple guidelines or rules, it’s easier to stay on track.

These guidelines aren’t about strict rules or adding more pressure to your life. Instead, they act as boundaries or values that guide your decisions, helping you live more intentionally. They make it easier to focus on what brings you joy, clarity, and balance, especially when things start to feel overwhelming.

In this video, I’m sharing 20 minimalist rules that I personally follow. These aren’t rigid instructions, and they’re certainly not one-size-fits-all. Many of them have been part of my life for years and now feel completely natural, more like habits or ways of thinking than something I need to force myself to remember.

For me, these rules have been incredibly helpful in simplifying my home, building better routines, and living a more balanced and intentional life. I don’t treat them as obligations but as tools that support me in creating the life I want.

As you watch, I encourage you to think about which of these might resonate with you. You don’t need to follow all 20 or any of them, for that matter. But if one or two inspire you, they could help you build your own set of guidelines to make life a little simpler and more aligned with your values.

00:00 Minimalist rules to simplify life
00:46 1. The rule of one
01:59 2. The 5-minute rule
03:11 3. The reflection first rule
04:05 4. The unplug rule
05:23 5. 1+1 rule
06:31 6. Respect the 3-way split
07:53 7. The $10 rule
09:01 8. Own your morning
10:03 9. Start with yourself
11:02 10. The 10% rule
11:42 11. The write-it-down rule
12:29 12. Follow the spark
13:25 13. The 1-minute rule
14:02 14. Move every day
14:37 15. Do the monthly reset
15:20 16. The one-touch rule
16:11 17. 10/30 rule
16:57 18. Your life, your rules
17:36 19. Adapt to improve
18:11 20. Respect the process

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[SunnyKindJourney]

Do you have any rules/guidelines you follow to keep your life simpler? 👇🌿

[yvonnejackson]

I suddenly realized why your channel doesn’t trail off and start repeating content like many other channels do. You are constantly researching and rethinking your content.
Really good job, Seve!

[anerley]

When I was very young I decided that for me it is essential to create a lifestyle that allows me to never have to work a job that I hate just because I need the money. That is the essence of my minimalist journey.

I consider myself a natural minimalist; I remember vividly visiting a convent when I was about 8 or 9 years old. I was fascinated by this lifestyle that was based on very little possessions: actually, in the end who needs more than a bed, a table and a chair? Even though I am now a non-religious, agnostic person, the ethics and aesthetics of my catholic upbringing have very much shaped my journey through life and my minimalist approach.

I was lucky and found a job that gave me lots of fulfilment and also allowed me to live a life of financial security. But now, as I am close to retirement, life became difficult, as I lost my job and my career due to circumstances I could not influence. So for the very last years of my working life I now work in a pleasant environment, but in a job that only pays minimum wage. Thanks to my minimalism I can make it work and stay true to my life rule.

[serenityjewel]

Your $10 rule is my $100 rule. I went through the hassle of selling a microwave for $50 on Facebook marketplace. It took a lot of energy, patience, and effort to get the microwave sold. When I finally met a guy in a Walmart parking lot and sold it, I immediately went to a Japanese restaurant in the same shopping center and spent the $50 on sushi. In 5 minutes, all that time and effort was gone. I realized I could have just ate cereal that night and utilized the effort and energy I spent selling that microwave on something fun or interesting.

Now my minimum is $100.

[jeffpalo]

Minimalist here.
I have several reasons why I do not own or buy stuff.

1) I am a fan of fast liquidation and emergency funds. Instead of spending money on stuff and buying expensive ones, I save up and have a stash of money just in case.
2) I am a fan of FIRE. I have my financial goals and monthly savings target. I pay myself first. and the rest is for my bills, food, necessities etc.
3) I live alone. my budget, meal plan, spending and all items at home are all good for one. I make sure the amount of things is just right.
4) I live in an earthquake, tsunami and typhoon prone area. I do not mind evacuating, and leaving everything behind. I am ready to start again. I just have my suit case of documents, food, money and devices for digital books and smartphone
5) My hobbies do not need much item and equipment. I read digital books, watch movies, play badminton, etc..
6) I love simplicity, quiet, peace and clarity. I love spacious rooms free from clutter and my office is always clear and clean.
7) I value health more than anything else. A clean house, a good bedroom for sleeping, a enough place to exercise, a small comfortable chair for reading, and a good movie while eating popcorn. haha

[Chandler]

I just started doing the 1 minute rule 4 days ago but I guess I had been doing it just before your video. My new years resolution was to be less messy/lazy, now as soon as I dirty dishes I put them in the dishwasher, before I’d just leave them in the sink and 2 days later I’d have to run the dishwasher back to back in one day. I now put my work clothes away immediately even tho I’m exhausted, and I’m also a reformed shopaholic, I have not bought anything (that wasn’t necessary) in 5 months!! That’s the longest I’ve gone in 15 years

[Hellenkeller]

This lifestyle has helped me acknowledge my own self-worth. Very grateful!

[HealthHavenUS]

So inspiring! It’s incredible how letting go of excess can make room for more joy and peace in your life

[TheRed-HeadedStrangeGirl]

New follower here from Oklahoma❤️🫶🌻I am LOVING your videos….Thank you so much for all you do. Sending peace, love & light❤️🫶🌻

[hcblvuc]

I have mixed feelings about the $10 rule. I agree with donating the item, but I think there is something to learn from the accountability of disposing of the item in other ways than donating it to a thrift store (in which case it will most likely end up in a landfill). When you have to manage your stuff responsibly, you tend to think twice before acquiring it.

[Rrrrrrrrrrr]

The one minute rule is one that I adapted these past few years, and it really helped me stay on top of my tasks and keep my space clean and tidy. Good tips, I'm especially interested in trying out the monthly reset this year.

[PaulaDTozer]

Seve, you are a wise young man. I enjoy hearing your thoughts. ❤
As life continues to speed up, your practices are necessary…a port in the storm, especially for your generation, but great reminders for us all.

[InnocentPotato-pdwi]

I love watching George Carlin's funny video STUFF! " A house is a box with a roof that you fill with STUFF. " If you have too much STUFF , you need a bigger box, to fill with more stuff!" ! 🤔🤔🤔😉😉😉🤣🤣😂

[SharynYoung]

I often watch one of your videos each morning to set my mind on a positive path for the day. Always learning from you! Many thanks 😊

[Al_Prazolam]

Hi Seve, thanks so much for the video! I just discovered your channel and subscribed. You are making a positive impact in many peoples' lives through your calm, thoughtful and intentional message. Best wishes from this new viewer in California. 😊

[fam.hildebrandt]

Steve, i love your channel so much! Thank you ❤

[Julie-ixwv]

Thankyou for this video. It’s just what I needed when I’ve been forced to slow myself down and your beautifully content face tells me I’ve obviously subscribed to the right channel to help me with this

[stephanytucken]

You could honestly read me a bus timetable, so uplifting

[MsFoxy-bouc]

5 minute rule (5 minutes matter), 1 in 1 out (though we do more than one right now), every thing a home and everything in its place (though due to updating some homes don’t exist right now but will after it’s done), reset after dinner and mail gets taken care of when we walk in the door are the ones we use the most here.

[RoxanaNistor-qfum]

You helped me so much with your videos and your clear mind and precise thoughts. I don't waste my time watching your videos. Thank you! ❤