I'm finally facing this topic. It is so broad, and I'm only really just starting to get my head around the different aspects of it, how everyone has different interpretations of it and for me - it is an ever evolving process. I have been interested in many aspects over the years - but had never pondered it or tied it all together as forming what is known as "Voluntary Simplicity" or "Simple Living" or "Intentional Living".
The web is full of information and ideas on it.
I have come across a few websites that really speak to me about what it all is. I have noticed that it's not something that is static, I don't even really have a firm or finite picture of where this is taking me. What I believe is, to fully embrace this type of philosophy is knowing that it *is* a gradual realisation or process. To launch into it because something sounds "like a neat idea" and try to implement everything that a "list" discusses is what perhaps makes something a passing fad if it's not a true match for the person wanting to give it a go.
I particularly liked these sites:
The Lilypad List: 7 Steps to the simple life
I liked the whole chapter, but in particular Page 17 on Getting Started and the author writes of "What is a simple life?". I thought it was put really nicely.
I was also put onto this site for their perspective, and that too I totally relate to.
It is about making just one small change at a time...and see where it takes you.
2 comments:
And here I am at your latest post, after having wandered the world!
I find myself asking: how can we be so different when we are so similar?!!!!!!!!!!!
Will link you to my blog now.
"I find myself asking: how can we be so different when we are so similar?!!!!!!!!!!!"
Rach, I also ask myself this all the time! LOL.
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