Have we realized it yet? That nobody is missing the material things. We all miss the company of others, great conversations, and a hug... that’s what life is all about.
— Joshua Becker (Best-selling author of More of Less and The Minimalist Home. Becker says “My family and I began donating, recycling, and removing our unnecessary personal possessions. We embarked on an intentional journey to own less stuff. As a result, we discovered more money, more time, more energy, more freedom, less stress, and more opportunity to pursue our greatest passions; faith, family, friends. And we decided to write about it”).
I had no choice but to embark on a similar path post 2008 financial crisis. Work was largely on pause and I suddenly had to live on much less than I was used to. This forced me out of my cherished habit of shopping for new wardrobe/home treasures. I’m not gonna lie. This was really hard at first. I felt deprived and sat in the void for a bit. There’s a failure in not having the freedom of funds. But I soon filled my time with the activities I love doing (writing, exercising, analyzing film, finding new music, spending time with friends, enjoying nature etc). This became such a habit that I never really got back to the hobby of buying new items. Sure, I select a few fashionable pieces here and there, but only what I feel I really need. This creates space in the budget for more warm vacations (which I desperately need!) and savings (which I realize I also need - for bigger future choices/retirement etc!). Just sayin’ :) Hugs. XO
Blessings,
Chatgirl
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