It’s so liberating to know that you don’t need or want many things…or at least less than what you think.
I am still trying to reduce my belongings by half. I just packed a box full of things I no longer need or want. I aim to only keep things that serves a purpose and/or spark joy.
It has come to a point where belongings feels like a burden. Choosing and maintaining takes up time and mental energy – intangible things which are much more precious to me than material things (that I don’t need).
Gifts initially elates me, but later makes me feel guilty. I don’t want to get rid of things given to me out of love. And I understand the act of giving something to someone you care about – I do that often and I think its a wonderful thing.
My pretty dressing table – with just enough cosmetics and accessories – sparks joy.
But then again, I don’t like many things in general. I have very practical, specific, and often, peculiar taste – which only a few people know. Besides, I rather have your time/company.
In my effort to not have more incoming material things, I’m letting my friends (you) know that if you want to be nice to me. You can…
- Take me out for lunch/dinner and talk to me about things that excites you
- Invite me for any outdoor activities
- Teach me how to cook your favourite food/ share your best family recipe
- Take me go fishing (bonus: barbeque the fish together after)
- Take me camping (bonus: building a campfire together)
If you REALLY have to give me something you can hold/buy, let it be perishable e.g food or flowers.
Now, I gotta go around the house and figure out what else I can get rid of….