Community

Birds of a feather flock together.

This is true on many levels.  People who are in debt tend to have friends that are in debt.  People who are debt free tend to have friends who are debt free.  And, those who are eradicating their debt have friends...who are doing the same thing.

Likewise with simplifying.  You may start alone on your journey, but there will be others to come alongside you, take your hand, and start climbing with you.

Iron will sharpen iron.  Your friends will inspire you, and you will inspire them.  There are celebrations to be had when a load is taken to Goodwill, or another piece of furniture finds its way out the door.   You will influence your friends to keep going (or get started), and they will encourage you to go to another level of reduction and freedom from stuff.

If it is possible, swap before and after photos with your buds.  Text encouragement to your friends when they show what they have done.  My bet is they will do the same for you!  Talk about your projects and goals.  Share your insights and tragedies.

We are part of a community, and what a community it is!