Inspiring Simplicity. Weekend Reads.
Possessions do not bring us happiness. In fact, often times, they keep us from it.
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.
Ads Don’t Work That Way | Melting Asphalt by Kevin Simler. Rather than trying to change our minds individually, advertising instead changes the landscape of cultural meanings.
High-flying CEO Quits after Daughter Writes List of 22 Life Milestones Missed | The Independent by Cahal Milmo. Financier said one main reason for leaving his high-pressured, $100m/year career was a mundane conversation with his 10-year-old daughter.
The Dangers of Upgrading Your iPhone | Bloomberg by Ben Steverman. While consumers may not benefit financially from an endless upgrade cycle, plenty of companies do.
Instant Gratification | The American Scholar by Paul Roberts. As the economy gets ever better at satisfying our immediate, self-serving needs, who is minding the future?
