I started my minimalism journey back in 2014. It wasn't easy at first and it took some time but I hung in there and these days I can't imagine living any other way. The benefits of living simply and with minimal possessions greatly outweigh any sacrifices I had to make.
If you are thinking about adopting a more minimal lifestyle then check out this video I filmed soon after I started down that path. In it I talk about the methods and strategies I used to get started and stick with minimalism.