"When it comes to home decor, I prefer to keep it
simple and streamlined. Instead of using bulbs with spiral wires that coil
around the bulb, I opt for ones with straight wires that are easier to install
and look more modern and minimalist."
-Lily Dave, 2016
Start small
Year 2016.
During my live in Johor Bahru city, there was gorgeous woman named Lily who felt overwhelmed by the clutter in her home. She had accumulated so many possessions over the years that she couldn't even find what she needed. Every day I met her at the car parking, she told me that her house was cramped, and she longed for more space and simplicity!
Once, Lily came across a book about minimalism and my memory fails to recall the title as I only caught a brief glimpse of it when she showed it to me.Prioritize what's important
And yes, at first, it was difficult for Lily to part with some of her
belongings. She had sentimental attachments to many of her items, and she
struggled to let go. But as she continued to declutter, she began to feel a
sense of freedom and peace.
Learn to say no
Lily realized that she didn't need all the things she had
been holding onto. She started to donate or sell items that no longer served a
purpose in her life. She also began to adopt a minimalist lifestyle, focusing
on quality over quantity.
During her visit to my home, Lily proudly could say "No" to her desires to buy
unnecessary items as she embraces the principles of minimalism and focuses on
prioritizing what truly matters to her.
As a good neighbors, Lily decided to give her beloved vase that she had received from her late fiancé during their time in Turkiye, to my mom.
Invest in quality
As Lily simplified her life, she noticed a number of benefits. She found that she had more time and energy to focus on the things that truly mattered to her, such as spending time with loved ones and pursuing her passions.
In fact, she was able to visit her mom and sisters in Singapore more
frequently than before. This was a significant change for Lily, as she had
previously struggled to balance her busy work schedule with her desire to be
close to her family.
She also found that she was less stressed and anxious, as she no longer felt weighed down by excess possessions.
Practice gratitude
Lily's newfound minimalism also allowed her to create more
space in her home. She was able to let go of items that were taking up valuable
real estate, and she started to prioritize functionality over aesthetics. She
found that having fewer possessions actually allowed her to enjoy the things
she did have more fully.
Grinning in admiration of her minimalist endeavors, I
cheered for Lily.
A year later, she made the compassionate decision to relocate
to Singapore to care for her beloved mother.
"Rest in peace, Ms. Lily Dave (1972-2021).
She passed away during the pandemic caused by Covid-19."
Minimalism is about embracing what you have and
focusing on the present moment. Take time to appreciate the things you have and
the experiences you've had, instead of constantly seeking more.
This will lead
you to feel more content and fulfilled!
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10 Minimalism Quotes That Inspires You To Live With Less
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