In "The Art of Simplicity", Dominique Loreau gives us the keys to a Zen life by applying the following principle:
"Less for more".
In this logic, here are his tips for effectively fighting against materialism and being happier. On the way to the essentials!
Do not accept what you do not want.
Free yourself from the guilt of throwing or giving.
Do not collect perfume samples in your bathroom.
Imagine that your house burned down and list what you would buy back.
Then that of what you would not buy back.
Photograph loved objects but never used, then get rid of them.
Apply your experience to your needs and, if in doubt, discard.
Get rid of anything that has not been used once in a year.
Make the mantra yours: "I do not want anything that is essential".
Realize that less leads to more.
Distinguish your needs from your desires.
See how long you can "hold" without an object that you thought was essential.
Eliminate as much material as possible.
Do not "tidy up" by simply moving.
Do you say that simplicity does not mean eliminating what we love, but eliminating what does not contribute or more to our happiness.
Know that nothing is irreplaceable.
Decide how many items you want to keep (spoons, sheets, pairs of shoes ...)
Designate a place for everything.
Do not accumulate empty boxes, bags or jars.
Do not keep more than two outfits for housework.
Provide a filing cabinet for valuable documents, stationery, spare batteries, receipts, etc.
Inspect each piece: one less item is less dusting.
Always ask yourself, "Why do I keep this? "
Imagine the burglars' visit: do not offer them anything.
Do not be trapped by your past purchase mistakes. Repair by eliminating.
Have fun making a list of everything in your possession. Impossible ?
And a list of everything you got rid of. What do you regret?
Tell yourself that for your well-being, you must get rid of everything that irritates you, even if it is sentimental objects.
Do not hesitate to barter the good for the better. You will gain in satisfaction.
Never accept second-class choices. The more each element of your environment gets closer to perfection, the more serene you will be.
Only buy when you have the money in your pocket.
Change is what keeps a house alive.
Trust classic objects that have proven their quality.
Organize so you do not have to organize: eliminate.
Reduce the number of your activities.
Make sure any new acquisitions are smaller in size, weight, and volume.
Reject the gadgets.
"Less for more".
In this logic, here are his tips for effectively fighting against materialism and being happier. On the way to the essentials!
Do not accept what you do not want.
Free yourself from the guilt of throwing or giving.
Do not collect perfume samples in your bathroom.
Imagine that your house burned down and list what you would buy back.
Then that of what you would not buy back.
Photograph loved objects but never used, then get rid of them.
Apply your experience to your needs and, if in doubt, discard.
Get rid of anything that has not been used once in a year.
Make the mantra yours: "I do not want anything that is essential".
Realize that less leads to more.
Distinguish your needs from your desires.
See how long you can "hold" without an object that you thought was essential.
Eliminate as much material as possible.
Do not "tidy up" by simply moving.
Do you say that simplicity does not mean eliminating what we love, but eliminating what does not contribute or more to our happiness.
Know that nothing is irreplaceable.
Decide how many items you want to keep (spoons, sheets, pairs of shoes ...)
Designate a place for everything.
Do not accumulate empty boxes, bags or jars.
Do not keep more than two outfits for housework.
Provide a filing cabinet for valuable documents, stationery, spare batteries, receipts, etc.
Inspect each piece: one less item is less dusting.
Always ask yourself, "Why do I keep this? "
Imagine the burglars' visit: do not offer them anything.
Do not be trapped by your past purchase mistakes. Repair by eliminating.
Have fun making a list of everything in your possession. Impossible ?
And a list of everything you got rid of. What do you regret?
Tell yourself that for your well-being, you must get rid of everything that irritates you, even if it is sentimental objects.
Do not hesitate to barter the good for the better. You will gain in satisfaction.
Never accept second-class choices. The more each element of your environment gets closer to perfection, the more serene you will be.
Only buy when you have the money in your pocket.
Change is what keeps a house alive.
Trust classic objects that have proven their quality.
Organize so you do not have to organize: eliminate.
Reduce the number of your activities.
Make sure any new acquisitions are smaller in size, weight, and volume.
Reject the gadgets.
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