Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.
The simplicity/minimalism movement is a beautiful community. It is friendly, encouraging, and helpful. There is a genuine understanding that any promotion of simplicity is good for society—and there is little concern over who gets the credit for it.
It is a pleasure to be part of such a wonderful group of people. And I enjoy every opportunity to promote writing that encourages people to live more by owning less. So fix yourself a nice warm cup of coffee or tea. Find a quiet moment this weekend. And enjoy some encouraging words to inspire more simplicity in your life today.
Why We Humblebrag About Being Busy | Harvard Business Review by Greg McKeown. We have a problem—and the odd thing is we not only know about it, we’re celebrating it.
How to Live a Happy Life | TIME by Eric Barker. Research shows that savoring—really taking the time to appreciate good things—is one of the secrets of the happiest people.
Searching for Happiness | Medium by J. D. Andre. Don’t make your happiness (and peace, and contentment) reliant on something you need to change or acquire, because there will always be something that you need to change or acquire.
Let’s start a revolution – by axing our personal debt | The Guardian by Alex Andreou. Don’t buy one thing you don’t really need today. Certainly, don’t buy it with borrowed money. Rinse and repeat tomorrow.
You’re Not Giving Yourself Enough Credit | Storyline by Joshua Becker. In the end, our lives are not measured by the accomplishments. They are measured by the little steps and decisions we make every day.
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