As I opened my journal tonight to write my gratitude list (yeah SWIM goals!), one of the things on my list was abundance. Abundance of food is what I initially wrote, but then I started thinking about how much we have of everything. We are a society of too much, although that is quickly changing thanks to the recession. I have always been someone with waaaayyy too much stuff. My happiness used to be measured in how many shopping bags I carried through the mall (see photo above from Clueless), and although I'm glad those days are behind me, I can't help but think that "too muchness" has since transferred to my love of paper products, apartment decor, and even books.
At the beginning of this year, I claimed "Simplicity" as my theme for the year. As Fall nears and students pack up their bags and head back 2 school, I find myself remembering that theme and spending some time with it. Abundance is a blessing, but too much can get complicated and weigh you down. I want to free myself of too much and learn how to live with less. In short, I want a simpler life.
Remind me of that next time I "ooh" and "aah" over a must-have, okay?? ;-)
11 comments:
You are absolutely right! I know for me, getting older I crave simplicity and enjoy experiences and people rather than things - it is very freeing...
Spot on as usual, Carolyn! As I've gotten older, I've learned that free time is the ultimate luxury. Simplicity on all fronts makes for the most free time!
I totally agree. Sometimes it's hard to keep this in focus, but I keep trying.
Great post! I definitely want to have more simplicity in my life too, but this is something I really have to work on... One day at a time! :)
While packing up my house, I really dislike how abundant it is! Too many boxes! This has lead me to be inspired by the freegan lifestyle--acquire what you need for as little financial means as possible. Of course, I don't always follow this notion and splurge from time to time.
i've always been a minimalist (hate clutter) but even i have too much. while there isn't anything wrong with being abundant too much of a good thing can be bad. i really think pink heels is doing amazing things for you ;)
I agree, there needs to be a balance or the abundance becomes a burden.
I'm inspired by your transition from abundance to simplicity. I'm attempting that as well... but it's definitely a daily struggle.
For instance. I just moved into my new apartment. and I'm broke. I need certain things for my apartment (like a bath mat). But technically I could do without. So now I ask myself "Can I do without?"
I am so happy to hear that! :) Simplicity and minimalism doesn't have to be giving up everything you own and humming mantras.
You need to find your balance and I can't wait to hear your journey
Just found your blog and I love love love it! :)
Abundance with balance is the name of the game. Too much of a good thing can quickly turn into a bad thing. I want an abundance of yummy creative food but too much will cause me to turn into a donut. I want an abundance of money but I don't want so much that I slip into spending excessively on stuff I don't need. I want an abundance of friends but I don't want to have too many to spend quality time with. I want an abundance of...balance of all of my abundance. LOL :)
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