Clutter. Confusion. Messiness. These are, unfortunately, all a part of many people’s lives today. However, there is always the opportunity to change, always the ability to grasp a different lifestyle. With that, I suggest focusing on the simpler life.
Growing up in a modern middle class home, I had all I needed and not too much of excess. However, as money became available in my young adult years, I bought items that were unnecessary. I have changed my ways over the last 4-5 years and now live a simple minimalist life. It has allowed me to follow path’s that would not have been available had I been in major debt or surrounded by useless materials.
Choosing the simpler life is tough with all of the outside influences today. Despite completely disagreeing, I completely understand the acceptance of consumerism and materialism in society. Focusing away from both of these horrible habits and onto a simpler life will not only lead to less stress, but also a happier, more fulfilled life.
Here are 3 way to implement living a simpler life:
- Stop Buying – Limit your purchasing habits. Only by that which is necessary. Limiting the useless STUFF that surrounds your life will allow freedom to do what you want when you want.
- Breathe – Taking in deep breathes and relaxing will allow you to enjoy the simple pleasures that we miss in the hustle and bustle of our “productive” lives.
- Write Lists – Lists helps us organize and focus on tasks/goals. Make lists of things you want to do and accomplish. This action will help keep you on your desired path without allowing society or urges to influence your decision.
Have any other ways to simplify our lives? Please share in the comments section.
Have a good one…
Dave
The Minimalist Path
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