Yes! I can't wait for the next letter. All of them look like love letters 💌! Hopefully, your life will be more colorful than ever with different look into minimalism.

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I would give up all the comforts of this life just to have what you have Lana because I realize that life is too short and it's the small things, like when you stop and look up to the sky, notice the flowers, hear the birds sing, smell the scent from the tree, the way your hair lifts up, how your mouth smiles...you remind me of the most beautiful things in life...🌹❤️

I've signed up (twice) but have only received one or two and they aren't in the junk/spam folder - I just don't receive them unfortunately!

I wouldn't say need per-say. If its useful, brings you joy and is basically not clutter its not a problem

What if I need to have some things I don't need for my mental well being?

@@sal2975 What’s the point having the things you don’t need?

@@JessicaHyde199 It may give an aesthetic that brings peace to your mind.

@Are You Going To Do The 'Ora Ora' Thing? Like with anything, excess isn't a good thing. Moderation is the way to go.

I agree completely. Letting go of things that don't enhance my existence has done wonders for my mental well-being. It's as if a weight has been lifted and I am now mentally freer. I have even gone a step further and applied the same principle to people.

I think possessing a set of plates or glassess or coffee mugs (at least six😂) doesn't make someone extravagant. But maybe expressing yourself with the "things" you have, their price, their brands or purchasing products just because they are popular or "influenced" can make someone live in a distorted reality. For instance most of the beauty products, especially makeup products are not necessity. But if using highlighter makes me happy or makes me feel beautiful, why shouldn't I purchase it? I believe, determining what u really need, what u really should buy based on your lifestyle, desires, needs, which product is not suitable or unneccessary for you are much more rational than totally rejecting possesion. I mean there is no need to go extra. Yes we are spritual & energy beings living in a body but we came here to experience humanness. We don't have to go that far to purify our souls from desire (i.e. nefs) We can do whatever we want "in moderation" and in balance.

@Rory Laubscher: Yes. Minimalism isn't about not enjoying an extremely large amount of luxurious things, it's just about not enjoying more of those things than what you want to.

@@ferillionaire "..moderation and balance". Well said. :)

​@@ferillionaire "I believe, determining what u really need, what u really should buy based on your lifestyle, desires, needs, which product is not suitable or unneccessary for you are much more rational than totally rejecting possesion." I'm not sure how you can say that, because the former is just a different stage/step of rational decision making from the latter. It's like saying "determining how much meat you want to eat is much more rational than just rejecting eating meat." Well, it all depends on how that determination goes, and what conclusion you come to, and if your action follows from that. If you determine from that determination that you don't want to eat any meat, then it _would_ make sense to totally reject eating meat. To totally reject something, to make any decision really, logically implies that you determined that this decision was right for you; that's why you made that decision. A minimalist could say that, because they determined that their lifestyle doesn't need anything extra, that they can totally reject possession of such extras. That determination that they made is what would make them reject possession. If you do something different from that, it's because you want more than the essentials in your lifestyle, not because you made a determination and they didn't. "But if using highlighter makes me happy or makes me feel beautiful, why shouldn't I purchase it?" Well, it might make you appreciate your natural beauty, foregoing your temptation to satisfy a craving to look a certain way. It might make you tougher and stronger in that you are building a tolerance for not satisfying your cravings which can make you better at not letting cravings or emotions in the future getting the better of you. That way if a time comes when you aren't able to satisfy certain cravings, there is no feeling of crisis because you are already comfortable without doing it and you still feel just as much like yourself as before, because you find it from looking within, something that is always possible for you no matter how much or little possessions you may have. It would just be business as usual for you in that scenario. You never have to ask yourself "what will I do if I lose x possession" if you are already happy without any possessions, and so you can live without so much fear of the future, and you free your mind to do less _worrying_ in the present and more _enjoying_ of the present moment. The more you resist distractions from being content from within, the deeper and more resistant to hardship that contentment becomes. Any time spent on something external involves attention being taken away from your internal relationship with yourself. Meditation, for example, is based on taking yourself away from as many elements as possible, so that, more or less, all you are left with is your internal sense of self and nothing is getting in the way of that. It is always potentially beneficial to train resisting temptations; sure, one can simply hope that when things get tough, they will find a way regardless of training, but when you train, you put things into your hands, where, more and more, you don't need to hope you will find toughness when you need it, because you live with it everyday already. Then whatever moment you do enjoy (perhaps a season, such as summer), you don't have to spend any of that energy worrying about when it ends, because you are already profoundly content with being without it. Ironically, when you are fully content with not experiencing it, it makes experiencing it feel so much better because you are using the present moment to fully engage with it instead of outsourcing some of your energy in that moment to worrying about it ending or worrying about some disaster interrupting it. When you can enjoy life in that way, it doesn't really matter what is going on -- whatever you are enjoying right now, you can easily replace it with something different as soon as it ends, and enjoy that replacement just as much. Such a process could make you feel happier and more beautiful in the long run compared to you satisfying a craving that will make you feel happy and beautiful in that particular moment. You want to make happiness more of a constant state, rather than as a fleeting event. It's ultimately up to you, and there is no one-size-fits-all answer, but sometimes what seems like what is best for you in the short run is not what is best for you in the long run, and it is always something worth considering before satisfying a craving or making pretty much any decision, ultimately. Instant gratification versus delayed gratification; when the latter comes, it sure does feel good, on a much deeper and comprehensive, and more existential level than instant gratification.

That’s right!

I feel like she's breaking away more from the ‘religious/cult-ish’ expectations of minimalism. 🌱 This life is meant to be enjoyed. Just like a painting or two- sometimes that is a need. 🙏🏼 I need things in my life that make my body think, feel, question, appreciate and admire.

this is what im trying to say

yes please

This!

Meaning and purpose! Beautifully put!

PS1 Hagrid!

@@gebbygeb3547 Nah that's just what I look like lol.

Meaningful & resourceful indeed

Yes this!!! Im minimalist in my wardrobe its small but I love makeup/hair care so i have a sizeable collection of makeup and haircare products I love!

Yes that's right.

I guess she deprive herself too much thats not the thought on minimalism

Yeah! I love to wear black and white clothes, but I also possess some clothing and accessories with colors or patterns that complete my basics. I have very few clothes, but they satisfy all my needs. I just make sure what I have is what I use.

What a fantastic advice. 👏👏 I also believe "less is more".

Moderation at all times? Sounds pretty extreme to me!

Isn't that a little absolutist, or maybe ... extreme?

Sounds like a smart dad!

My dear friend has a saying, "Everything in moderation, including moderation.". You have to let go once in a while.

100% agree.

This comment is too underated

Yes,we can have what we actually need

THIS💯

It is your typical story of someone who thought Minimalism was more about aesthetics and fixed rules, than actually only having things you need and/or love. Honestly, to me Minimalism and Essentialism are pretty much the same thing, then again, where would all the "groundbreaking" self-help books and lightbulb-moment-videos go, if it where that simple?

Let's just not put label on everything and every actions we decide to make in our lives 🤷🏾‍♀️🤷🏾‍♀️

Same for us Indians! You will never find a counter top which is completely free of clutter :D

I love this idea!!! a full and decorated kitchen will always show that it’s a very loved kitchen that hosts enjoyment and happy moments

Yes ! In Italy kitchens are very big...we spend a lot of the time there! 😂 Eating well, together, is very important in Italy.

So true, life is about being happy & sharing that happiness with others

My husband has some Italian blood in him, I guess now I know why he loves kitchen stuff so much: plates, glasses, forks, pans, etc. 🙂

Yes I too practice minimalism the best I can and I still have plenty of texture and color in my home. I’m mostly just anti-clutter clutter being things that just give me mental noise and not good feels

Great quote

That's a lovely quote! I needed that 🙌

Just in perfect timing. Not minimalism related. I have been spending my time wishing I could go back to years ago, and make better choices. But I know vfry well that will never happen. But C. S. Lewis is right, I can probably still change rhe ending by becoming more intentional each day.

Beautiful quote & very true

OH MY GODDHHH I LOVE THAT QUOTE

This!! Yes! Beautifully expressed✨

Well said! :)

Nicely put.

Thank you for highlighting this! It is beautiful 🤩

Camilo

Yes i agree. . . However in our older ages photos become a physical burden. They are heavy and take up a lot of space. Even wìth some of the memories associated with them. A FEW special photos are fine but boxes & boxes of a lifetime of them becomes a burden not only for ourselves but also to those who inherit them.

Beautiful quote, indeed. That was one thing I could never truly wrap my mind around in minimalism: when people kinda forced themselves to throw away beautiful memories/sentimental items or photographs that would allow them a nostalgic glimpse into their past. I think we should certainly draw a line and not keep everything, but going too far can probably be just as detrimental. It's a fine balance after all, like most things in life (including diet, work, etc.).

True! She can put it in the kitchen cabinet if that's bother her many things.

Greatly put.

@@LanaBlakely there is actually an article about this written by a psychologist. I forgot which one but if I find it, I’ll post it for you!

Agreed. I consider myself a minimalist and most of my clothes are bright colors because that's something that's important to me. I can't do black and neutrals.

Eloquently said, agree variety is the spice of life.

Agreed, the aesthetic that built itself on minimalism took away all the colors and secret gardens of people's houses.

Exactly! 🥰

Yes! It is becoming clear of your values ✨

Amen

🙌🏼 I could have written this comment word for word. I agree!

i mean,, but if having all those things and knick knacks makes you happy, then they aren't wastes. I know it was seen as more of a fad, but I think the whole Marie Kondo "If it makes you happy, then it serves a purpose" thing was really nice

@@meh5069 glad I'm not the only one haha!

@@nnocosa yes, absolutely! My home is my sanctuary and the things I surround myself with are an extension of me and my personality. I'm a total homebody so decorating/homemaking ARE a huge part of my life.

I agree, I personally go for the hygee style, hygee is a concept of coziness and everyone defines cosiness in their own way.

How many KZfaq satellites before the environment takes priority?

Is there any good stores that are good for the environment?

Minimalism is trend based on an empty ideology. I have a few ideas to practice instead for a better life, those have been tested by people such as Luther, Aquinas, Socrates and many great people. 1) Don't base your life choices on politics 2) Get rid of ideologies, they are a doutrinary rules made by faul people 3) Study Philosophy, not politics, read Aristotle instead of Focault 4) Seek the truth and only the truth (the truth is a person who loves you) 5) Make friends

Everything that benefits our lives hurts the environment.. And since that’s not a practical or reasonable thing to go about concerning myself with.. I honestly couldn’t care less. 😄 (At least not without killing myself with guilt over every little thing.) So consumerism wins!! 😜

@@Tex_Killer well, 2) kinda is a paradox, because trying to not follow an ideology is, in itself, an ideology that you follow.

I came to say this. It sounds like she wants a more colorful minimalism that is a solid level (or several) above asceticism. If we define minimalism as reducing what we don’t need so that we can enjoy what we do (more like the William Morris “beautiful/useful”test) there’s nothing that would require anyone to eschew loveliness and color and texture and life in our homes - or anything truly useful (like a toolbox or four-piece place setting). I’m a big proponent of “enoughism”.

That’s awesome! It feels like a new beginning, holding on only to what is aligned with what you value

@@intentionalliving7326 true!

Yeah, I learned the hard way haha.

exactly

Example of someone who realized what minimalism is and who is trying to explain that to us; who is doing their best to find their own way and to be as mindful as possible; huge respect for her 🌊

Exactly ! I really don’t like when that happens,

Yeah literally makes no sense lol.

Exactly what I was thinking. Either way no extreme is good. I'm looking to move into a hyrbid of essentialism and minimalism.

You are right! That word resonates!! It honors the individual, not the dogma✨✨

LOL, what is essentialism. Now, I need to do some research on this.

😂🤗! I enjoy beautiful tea cups, but in other areas I apply minimalism. I feel it is about honoring our own unique life ✨

Not quite new-age. A similar concept is outlined in the Bible. Jesus said to sell your positions and to follow him. There is plenty in the Bible that says not to get attached to things in this world..however, no mention of that everything must be black and white and cut like a box.

My home is still cluttered. But after over a year of illness and having totally no energy for any homework I am so tired. I am better now for a while and I've chosen to get rid of most of my stuff because I simply cannot manage to clean all that stuff around me when I feel worse. I sometimes don't eat, cause I'm unable to go and make some food for me. So there are more reasons for becoming a minimalist then just a fashion. I am overwhelmed and promised myself never to let my too many things make me cry helplessly unable to even leave the house to feel some free space......

Oh yes! I’ve also just had to accept the fact that my place is going to look a bit more cluttered and messy with him. And his happiness (toys etc) are far more important than my “minimalism”.

@@LanaBlakely oh yes, absolutely. Actually, having a puppy has made me become more of a minimalist (selling clothes, books, videogames and random stuff that I was not really using or enjoying) in exchange of my puppy toys, blankets and such :) Puppy life is the best life ps. is your puppy going to stay that same size or he will grow eventually?

Right??🤣

Yep - it can easily go further than one intended.

Yeah

Having what makes you feel good is absolutely freedom

A minimalist lifestyle is keeping what truly makes you happy while removing things that do not. Its more about removing that inkling feeling to purchase things that you do not truly need or will not truly make you happy. So you can be a minimalist even if you collect trinkets and pictures if thats what brings you genuine and lasting joy 😊

🤩 yes!!

It's Persian hair that's why.

Okay

yeah i actually didn't really understand why all these minimalist concepts would always ends up with white,grey,brown,black.cant you be minimalist but still have some color in your life.

Thank you!!

Bokehlicious :)