Right now I live in a 400 sq foot apartment with my family and I have to say, I relish the comfort of living close. Growing up, we lived in bigger homes and without a thought, we each would shut ourselves up in our own rooms, where we barely had to meet in passing, living almost like roommates. I thought that it would be more peaceful, each person having their own space and privacy...but somehow instead of being happier with each other, we became like strangers. Good news went unshared and conflicts went unresolved because there were literally too many walls between us all. Living in each other's pockets now, it can be crowded and grumpy, sure, but even the grumpiest moments are shared between all of us and that makes them precious. Happiness really isn't about the things you have, it's about the things you share, and in my tiny home I've found that less space makes for more room, room for love and growth and the things that really matter. So, as I've been reflecting lately on my minimalist living arrangements, I've gathered some great web resources and I thought I'd share them with you and spread the inspiration of living in small homes!
Small Living Resources:
Living in Small Houses: Dramatically Reduce Your Debt by Living Large in Small Spaces
Small Space Living: is dedicated to bringing you books, designs and products that can make smaller living more comfortable and enriching. http://smallspaceliving-about.blogspot.ca
Small House Society are a cooperatively managed organisation dedicated to the promotion of smaller housing alternatives which can be more affordable and ecological.
http://www.resourcesforlife.com/small-house-society
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