I sold almost everything I owned before moving abroad. Now, I'm returning home with even less stuff than I packed.
Before moving abroad for a year, I got rid of most of my clothing, decor, and more. Now I'm getting ready to go home, and realizing I don't miss it.
Alessa Hickman moved to Japan with just two bags, discarding almost all her belongings. She found the minimalist lifestyle liberating and questioned why she ever needed so much. Hickman, who was a "stuff" person, had an overflowing closet filled with clothes, books, and kitchenware. She sold most of her possessions on Facebook Marketplace before moving, creating a capsule wardrobe of only a few items.
After a year in Japan, she realized she could have packed even less, shipping three boxes back to Canada. Now, she feels more comfortable with less and plans to purge her belongings when returning to Canada.
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