r/simpleliving is a subreddit with 1.6M members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and pain & anger, and the community frequently discusses simple living, struggling, mental health, community, and hate, and they frequently recommend/review minimalist shoes and appliance.
Breaking free of the work/spend/borrow cycle in order to live more fully, sustainably, and cooperatively.
Popular Themes in r/simpleliving
#1
Advice Requests
: "At 58, I just want to work a low-key job."
11 posts
#2
Pain & Anger
: "The absurdity of the modern tempo and wealth hoarding"
5 posts
#3
Solution Requests
: "If I have internet, basic necessities, AC, and a room to myself, I’m satisfied. What’s the cheapest way to live like this without spending so much money on rent or ideally, spending nothing at all?"
1 post
#4
Money Talk
: "I’m tired of spending $40 every time I step out my front door"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/simpleliving
#1
Simple Living
: "The Comfort of Low Stress, Needing Less, & Simple Living"
17 posts
#2
Struggling
11 posts
#3
Mental Health
: "I’m starting to think not every hour of my day needs to be productive"
9 posts
#4
Community
8 posts
#5
Hate
8 posts
#6
Job
: "36F, stable Job, but I feel like I’m dying inside & desperately seeking guidance. Do I quit without knowing what’s next?"
6 posts
#7
Self Improvement
: "I’m starting to think not every hour of my day needs to be productive"
6 posts
#8
Hobby
: "What's one simple Hobby that has made your everyday life better?"
5 posts
#9
Simple Life
: "I think that a Simple Life is the only thing that can keep my depression stable."
5 posts
#10
Balance
: "36F, stable job, but I feel like I’m dying inside & desperately seeking guidance. Do I quit without knowing what’s next?"
4 posts
Products Discussed in r/simpleliving
Minimalist Shoes
13 reviews
#1
Xero
5.0★ from 3 reviews
#2
Vivobarefoot
4.3★ from 3 reviews
#3
Lems
4.0★ from 1 review
Appliance
2 reviews
#1
Ninja Blender
5.0★ from 1 review
#2
Magic Bullet
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/simpleliving
#1
Discussion Prompt
: "It’s all about enjoying the simple things"
66 posts
#2
Sharing Happiness
: "I'm retiring at 32"
51 posts
#3
Seeking Advice
: "I automate chores and end up spending the time we save on the 9-to-5 rat race"
47 posts
#4
Offering Wisdom
: "Let’s all celebrate a simple life!"
15 posts
#5
Just Venting
: "I think I keep buying things for a person I wish I was."
12 posts
#6
Resources and Inspiration
: "I stopped renting a co-working desk and started biking to the woods with MacBook and a foldable chair
Resources and Inspiration"
7 posts
Member Growth in r/simpleliving
Yearly
+144k members(9.9%)
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Last updated: August 31, 2026