If you must spend money there's other ways than buying stuff. Buy services, buy experiences. When was the last time you took a look what your local theatre company has to offer? How about a good back rub. It makes wonders after a long day with a PC.
When you have time repair two or three different meals and reserve them. Use them during busy weekdays. If you don't have the time a good meal can be cooked in 20 minutes.
David - green living
· 9 months ago
Good point that the meditative aspect, re-experiencing our daily lives, is an essential part of most of the changes that we need to make. I have finally slowed down enough, after a recent home and office move, to use the railroad instead of the car when going to Manhattan. It takes more time, but is far more relaxing and a bit less expensive than driving, even in the evening when traffic is low and parking is free, since there are tolls for cars. It is indeed a benefit to the environment and to one's peaceful state of mind.
jen brister
· 9 months ago
Great article. A lot of people go through each day not even realizing the damage they are doing to the earth and to themselves.
Meg from FruWiki
· 8 months ago
Great post! You captured the essence of simpler living very well!
Another stone might be decluttering, both physically and mentally. For me, it definitely ties in with #6 because clutter stresses me out and I find having an uncluttered space very calming. It also makes activities simpler, from cleaning to partying because there's less stuff to move around. There's less stuff to worry about, too -- less stuff to be damaged or stolen, less stuff that needs to be fixed, etc. And recently, when my husband was talking to our insurance agent about how we no longer have any televisions, she mentioned -- after recovering herself from the shock -- that we should update our home insurance policy.
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When you have time repair two or three different meals and reserve them. Use them during busy weekdays. If you don't have the time a good meal can be cooked in 20 minutes.
Another stone might be decluttering, both physically and mentally. For me, it definitely ties in with #6 because clutter stresses me out and I find having an uncluttered space very calming. It also makes activities simpler, from cleaning to partying because there's less stuff to move around. There's less stuff to worry about, too -- less stuff to be damaged or stolen, less stuff that needs to be fixed, etc. And recently, when my husband was talking to our insurance agent about how we no longer have any televisions, she mentioned -- after recovering herself from the shock -- that we should update our home insurance policy.