In 1950, the average new house was less than 1,000 square feet; in 2000, the average new house was over 2,000 square feet. Owning less space so were forced to own less stuff is not only more affordable and conducive to being more creative, it’s totally possible.

Things that start out as luxuries eventually become necessities in time. People in different circumstances have different needs but I think its worth looking at yourself and figuring out what you could live without – what luxury is creeping up on becoming a necessity. Then see if you couldn’t live without it.