personal essay
While writing about Minimalism I have come across its various definitions and associations. In this lightly researched post, I highlight Minimalism’s roots in white supremacy with founder Adolf Loos. I question the adoption of the term "Minimalism" by contemporary figures like The Minimalists, drawing parallels with other controversial terms like Asperger's Syndrome, and wondering aloud whether burning it down is the answer to a fraught past.
Read MoreAs I delve deeper into the world of minimalism and financial freedom through my continued commitment to a year-long shopping ban, I'm reducing shopping temptations and devising a plan to make progress visible. Taking cues from author Cait Flanders, I'm reimagining her advice to unsubscribe from sales emails and establish a ban-specific savings account, crafting a strategy more personal to my situation as I face my debt and aim to embrace conscious consumption.
Read MoreIn this reflective post, I explore my values, and how they align with and inspire a year-long shopping ban, driven by my desire to tackle consumer debt. Emphasizing the importance of understanding values, I share my core values – Love, Inner-Harmony, and Home – and their impact on decision-making. Finally, I invite readers to explore their own values through the value sort activity, highlighting its role in navigating challenges and living intentionally.
Read MoreExploring shifts in financial responsibility, I’m adopting a transformative shopping ban to address my significant consumer debt. Rooted in simplicity and self-acceptance, the ban symbolizes intentional living and a quest for a slower, more purposeful life. Struggling with burnout and debt from essential expenses, I’m seeking a path to financial resilience and alignment with my personal values.
Read MoreChronicling my transformative journey of embracing 'LESS' through Minimalism. Exploring how four guiding words - ROOTS, INTUITION, PERSIST, and LESS - shape my trajectory. Revealing the power of embracing less and its impacts, from college challenges to a nomadic lifestyle, offering insights into finding purpose amidst unexpected turns.
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