I stumbled upon an article on 2 guys known as "The Minimalists" who are in the 30s, downsized their lives, killed their debt, quit their 6 figure jobs to follow their mission (writing, travelling, life coaching).
Last year they went on an international tour to speak about their experience.
They followed many of those who walked before them, Leo Babauta, Joshua Becker, Colin Wright.
May 2014, I took their 30 day minimalizing challenge.
Basically get rid of 1 thing on the 1st of the month, 2 on the 2nd, and so on.
I also read their blog, that led to other blogs, that led me here.
The 30 day challenge hasn't stopped for me. I have gotten rid of way more than 31 days worth of stuff.
During my experience, I have sold, donated, recycled, or tossed nearly 80% of my belongings.
I had moved into 3000 square foot home before I had started this & am now downsizing.
The experience has been extremely life changing. It is has not just been about the "what" but the "why".
A side effect is I was able to pay off almost 30k of debt in the process.
I know have less stuff to maintain, store, rearrange.
What I kept is what is most important and adds value to my life.
It is still a process I have to say for me it has been transformational!
I highly recommend checking out these guys journey, writings, and podcasts.