Question

writer an article on the value of simple living

Answer 1

I truly believe that in at least one area we have all been entirely misinformed. We have always been taught that the busier our lives are the better they will be. However, I personally disagree. I have seen many people living that exact way with no apparent feelings of joy. Of course I’m not advocating laziness; I’m simply stating that there can be a great deal of joy found by an individual who strives to maintain a simple eye.

Living a simple life can be beneficial for several reasons. The first and most significant reason is that it leads to a happier home life. When members of a family have a simple occupation and lifestyle they are able to get along better with one another. This is due to the fact that they can leave behind any pressures they may feel in the workplace, and spend quality time with each other. In a world where the value of family continues to deteriorate it is especially important to be able to maintain this kind of relationship with those you live with.

Contentment is also a result of simplicity. When a person is not concerned about purchasing every new electronic device or material possession they are able to feel grateful for what they do have. On the other hand, the person that does live with a materialistic attitude will never feel that they serve a valuable purpose. This person will then become obsessed with obtaining more and will likely forget what is of the utmost importance.

One of the greatest benefits of this lifestyle is the absence of stress. When a person has an abundance of material possessions, they feel a need to protect them and worry over them. However, a simple-minded individual is one that does not have this fear. This individual is able to sustain a pleasant life without the concerns and constant anxiety that fills the life of the materialistic person. This materialistic person is motivated by the thought of graduating from a top university and immediately earning millions of dollars each year. Yet the chances are slim that they will ever find that to be the case.

As a member of a simple family I can say that this really is the best way of life. My family is still able to live in a comfortable home with two dogs and an open backyard. When I refer to a “simple lifestyle” I do not mean that you cannot have any possessions. A simple lifestyle is a matter of mindset and is not completely determined by what you have. It is a slower, more relaxed way of living that can lead to a life filled with joy and contentment.