In the fast paced world we all live in where we’re constantly on the go, it can be nice to slow things down a bit and simplify your life. When you simplify your life, it brings about a sense of balance, happiness, and fulfillment. You realize you can get by in a much less complex way. Keep reading for what I personally feel are some of the best ways to simplify your life.
1. Go through your entire closet and get rid of (i.e. – donate) things you simply don’t wear or don’t like anymore. This weekend I’m actually planning on working on my own capsule wardrobe. Having less to choose from when getting dressed and figuring out how to mix and match and truly defining your style can be very refreshing.
2. Don’t say ‘yes’ all the time. It can be easy (and fun) to say ‘yes’ to every single invitation. However, you need to remember to take time for yourself. Don’t feel guilty saying ‘no’ on occasion and politely declining invites to things. People will understand. Slimming down your social calendar can help you find passions you didn’t know you had (and you’ll be less tired).
3. Trim down your time on social medial. If you paid attention to how much time you’re on social media, you’d probably be shocked (myself included). Most of us spend far too much time checking on what other people are doing rather than living in the moment we’re in. There’s a strong possibility you’ll feel even more connected to the moment you’re in and the people you’re with if you limit your time on social media, even just slightly.
4. Clean up. I don’t know about you, but when my home is messy (specifically my desk and office space), I’m significantly more stressed and/or overwhelmed. Take some time (whether it’s each day, each week) to just de-clutter your space. Put paperwork in their specific folders, go through mail, throw out what you don’t need, and so on. You’ll feel like a weight has been lifted.
5. Stop over thinking. I’m guilty of this. I think many of us are. Something I’ve come to realize is I’ll be thinking about something and continue pressing on that thought, so much so that eventually I’ve made up a story in my head that’s so far from reality. It drives me nuts, and I will pat myself on the back because I’ve gotten much better at NOT doing this, but if you accept the thought, deal with it, and push it away, you’ll feel so much better and your mind will feel much less cluttered.
6. Spend your time with people who lift you higher. Sounds pretty obvious, doesn’t it? Surrounding yourself with those who make you happy and make you feel good will bring out the absolute best in you. Try to avoid the negative ones. Even if you don’t realize it at the time, the negative energy is weighing you down and nothing good can come of that.
Above all, do what you love and be kind to yourself and others. You create the drama and stress in your life. If you don’t want it there, get rid of it. With just a few small changes, it can all be pretty darn simple.
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