Welcome back to another post on minimalism!
Sometimes when people think about minimalism they don't realize the mental feeling and actions we take that pair. I may not know exactly what everyone does to get there mind cleared and feeling fresh but I can tell you what I do.
Usually when it comes to minimalism People and me started to declutter and the physical world usually comes first when it comes to it. So if you haven't then I would. The physical world is hard to not focus on at times. Focusing, in general, can even be difficult but being present at the moment can help things and relieve the pressure you may be experiencing.
When I first decluttered things felt amazing. The room felt more open and my mind was so much more clear. But the first time didn't stop the feeling. I put everything out of the room that I was getting rid and suddenly a rush of fresh, clarifying open breeze just passes by. It's most common for me to have it like a breeze too as more stuff comes in the breeze slows just like the weather. So when it comes to shopping I've completely blocked it out and buy the necessities and the occasional want. But when it comes to wants and endorphin releases there is a difference and sometimes it can be hard to tell.
Whenever I want something I go through a 5 step checklist in my head.
1. Do I actually want this?
2. What benefits will come from me owning this object?
3. Will I ever use this?
4. The list and wait system
5. Do I actually want this?
Now you've probably noticed that I repeated One and five here's how the whole system works. I ask myself the first three questions. if I answer them and I see that I could when owning this use it and get happiness from it I move to stage 4. If the items didn't pass the first test then I put them back. So I will place the items on a list for a month or two maybe shorter it depends. If I don't find the same appeal then I mark it off as an endorphin release and move on. But if I still feel that it could be useful I ask my self that first question one more time.
I try to keep things out of my life I don't see as a happiness bringer or useful object that I truly need. I find clarity through my life this way and I hope some of you will consider this method before you buy.
(Update: So I made a point to say that in my Why Minimalism Is Important to me post to say that I was coming soon with a post on why I've kept my sewing machine and a good use for it. Well, I am currently doing some home updates and wanted to let you all know It's still coming. I just need more time to adjust around my home before I can. The Zero Waste Swap is coming back just give me some time as that post will take time to make)
“The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak.” — Hans Hofmann
Sometimes when people think about minimalism they don't realize the mental feeling and actions we take that pair. I may not know exactly what everyone does to get there mind cleared and feeling fresh but I can tell you what I do.
Usually when it comes to minimalism People and me started to declutter and the physical world usually comes first when it comes to it. So if you haven't then I would. The physical world is hard to not focus on at times. Focusing, in general, can even be difficult but being present at the moment can help things and relieve the pressure you may be experiencing.
When I first decluttered things felt amazing. The room felt more open and my mind was so much more clear. But the first time didn't stop the feeling. I put everything out of the room that I was getting rid and suddenly a rush of fresh, clarifying open breeze just passes by. It's most common for me to have it like a breeze too as more stuff comes in the breeze slows just like the weather. So when it comes to shopping I've completely blocked it out and buy the necessities and the occasional want. But when it comes to wants and endorphin releases there is a difference and sometimes it can be hard to tell.
Whenever I want something I go through a 5 step checklist in my head.
1. Do I actually want this?
2. What benefits will come from me owning this object?
3. Will I ever use this?
4. The list and wait system
5. Do I actually want this?
Now you've probably noticed that I repeated One and five here's how the whole system works. I ask myself the first three questions. if I answer them and I see that I could when owning this use it and get happiness from it I move to stage 4. If the items didn't pass the first test then I put them back. So I will place the items on a list for a month or two maybe shorter it depends. If I don't find the same appeal then I mark it off as an endorphin release and move on. But if I still feel that it could be useful I ask my self that first question one more time.
I try to keep things out of my life I don't see as a happiness bringer or useful object that I truly need. I find clarity through my life this way and I hope some of you will consider this method before you buy.
(Update: So I made a point to say that in my Why Minimalism Is Important to me post to say that I was coming soon with a post on why I've kept my sewing machine and a good use for it. Well, I am currently doing some home updates and wanted to let you all know It's still coming. I just need more time to adjust around my home before I can. The Zero Waste Swap is coming back just give me some time as that post will take time to make)
“The ability to simplify means to eliminate the unnecessary so that the necessary may speak.” — Hans Hofmann
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