Searching the principle of living simple

Living simple is not as straightforward an endeavour as we may like it to be. Surely, we humans really tend to complicate things, that do not need to be complicated. Simplicity is by now a very sought after subject, and there is a lot out there on the subject already. Hence, this blog is just my take on how we can live simple, and my take on what usefully would be the principle of living simple that it would be great if all human could follow. I am searching a path to a simple lifestyle that could  have a major impact on both violence and our climate crisis, and at the same time have a positive impact on our psycho-social well being (some call this happiness, which is misleading and I will adress that in the blog).

WikiPedia refers Simple Living to the practices that promote simplicity in one’s lifestyle. Common practices of simple living include reducing the number of possessions one owns, depending less on technology and services, and spending less money. Not only is simple living focused on external changes such as minimalism through fewer commitments or possessions but it also connects to the human’s mindset and set of beliefs. These practices can be seen throughout history, religion, art, and economics.

Adherents may choose simple living for a variety of personal reasons, such as spirituality, health, increase in quality time for family and friends, work–life balance, personal taste, financial sustainability, increase in philanthropy, frugality, environmental sustainability, or reducing stress. Simple living can also be a reaction to materialism and conspicuous consumption. Some cite sociopolitical goals aligned with environmentalist, anti-consumerist or anti-war movements, including conservation, degrowth and ecology.