the good life is found in accumulation, that ‘more is
better’…Simplicity frees us from th(e) modern mania.
It brings sanity to our compulsive extravagance, and
peace to our frantic spirit. It liberates us from what
William Penn called ‘cumber.’ It allows us to see
material things for what they are-goods to enhance
life, not to oppress life. People once again become
more important than possessions.”
On this basis that simplicity brings freedom, I recently
set out to ruthlessly purge my closet. I wanted to see
if I enjoyed what I owned more, while possessing
less. It was a little intimidating at first. Items I’d been
holding onto for years were hard to let go. What if I
wish I had kept this?
I thought. But I’m
here to tell you that
the
experiment
was
successful.
Cleansing my closet
was purifying. It
really does feel
good to look at
an orderly array of
items. I enjoy the
clothing I have,
and love putting
it to its intended
use. My closet is
healthier because
it is eliminated of
excess; reduced to
only those things I
love and can use
regularly.
Maybe you don’t
share my passion for
simplicity, and that
is ok. My getting
here has been
quite a process so
all I want to do is
share a few insights
and hope that it will
start some meaningful deliberations of your own.
your wardrobe by 1/3. My approach isn’t quite as
mathematical; I eliminate items based on use-ability
and quality. If it fits, I love it, and wear it regularly – the
item stays. Anything that doesn’t