The real goal: fewer failure modes

“Minimal” does not mean fragile. It means you carry what prevents expensive problems.

Connectivity

Plan for your internet failing. Have a backup path you can activate fast, even if it is not ideal.

Backups

You should be able to lose a device without losing your work. That means a simple backup routine and a recovery path.

Comfort is not indulgence

One or two comfort items that improve sleep or posture can be a productivity tool, not a luxury.