Going through your things, trying to cut them down into an amount manageable for transporting them as luggage for two on a commercial flight, is quite a task. It is not the first time I have done it, but I guess it was easier for me before. A part of me feels liberated of clutter and glitter, and a part feels really sad to let go (mostly the books and tools *sniff*).
But one thing is for sure, we collect far too many things we really don't need.
Most of the time people are eager to acquire this or that material thing. We are told repeatedly that striving for more and fancier things is the road to happiness.... Guess again.
ReplyDeleteOwning little (but practical quality) actually makes one much, much happier. It can be really frightening to get rid of things (both material and/or mental) in the start, but it actually has a mayor effect of relaxation and contentment once it is done. It also reflects on your mind as a mirror improving your "Mental Hygiene", as an awesome friend calls it.
Some related thoughts on consumerism:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgZY78uwvxk&feature=related