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Comment on Minimalist Confession: I’m an Empty Space Junkie by jean

jean — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:49:33 +0000

I love these comments about being a space junkie…finally, I have a definition for my philosophy for living. I know I am a minimalist. I abhor clutter. I just came to the realization that I am a space junkie. I love space….between every object in my house, in my closet in my kitchen cabinets. I feel so free when I am getting rid of stuff. Other people don’t understand my obsession with living with fewer possessions. I only wish I had to courage to live exactly as I would prefer. Thanks to all of you for expressing just what I am feeling.

Comment on Wanting to Want by dreamsareality

dreamsareality — Wed, 16 May 2012 20:41:12 +0000

Four Boyfriends

THIS TURNED OUT TO BE SO DIFFERENT FROM WHAT I THOUGHT IT WAS GOING TO BE.. IT IS AN INSIGHTFUL MESSAGE!!
ENJOY

Once upon a time there was a girl who had four boyfriends.

She loved the fourth boyfriend the most and adorned him with rich robes and treated him to the finest of delicacies. She gave him nothing but the best.
She also loved the third boyfriend very much and was always showing him off to neighboring kingdoms. However, she feared that one day he would leave her for another.

She also loved her second boyfriend. He was her confidant and was always kind, considerate and patient with her. Whenever this girl faced a problem, she could confide in him, and he would help her get through the difficult times.

The girl’s first boyfriend was a very loyal partner and had made great contributions in maintaining her wealth and kingdom. However, she did not love the first boyfriend, although he loved her deeply, she hardly took notice of him!

One day, the girl fell ill and she knew her time was short. She thought of her luxurious life and wondered, ‘I now have four boyfriends with me, but when I die, will I be alone.’

Thus, she asked the fourth boyfriend, ‘I loved you the most, endowed you with the finest clothing and showered great care over you. Now that I’m dying, will y ou follow me and keep me company?
‘No way!’, replied the fourth boyfriend, and he walked away without another word.

His answer cut like a sharp knife right into her heart.

The sad girl then asked the third boyfriend, ‘I loved you all my life. Now that I’m dying, will you follow me and keep me company?’ ‘No!’, replied the third boyfriend. ‘Life is too good! When you die, I’m going to marry someone else!’ Her heart sank and turned cold.

She then asked the second boyfriend, ‘I have always turned to you for help and you’ve always been there for me. When I die, will you follow me and keep me company?’

‘I’m sorry, I can’t help you out this time!’, replied the second boyfriend. ‘At the very most, I can only walk with you to your grave.’
His answer struck her like a bolt of lightning, and the girl was devastated.

Then a voice called out: ‘I’ll go with you. I’ll follow you no matter where you go.’ The girl looked up, and there was her first boyfriend. He was very skinny as he suffered from malnutrition and neglect.

Greatly grieved, the girl said, ‘I should have taken much better care of you when I had the chance!’

In truth, you have four boyfriends in your lives:

Your fourth boyfriend is your body. No matter how much time and effort you lavish in making it look good, it will leave you when you die.

Your third boyfriend is your possessions, status and wealth.When you die, it will all go to others.

Your second boyfriend is your family and friends. No matter how much they have been there for you, the furthest they can stay by you is up to the grave.

And your first boyfriend is your spirit. Often neglected in pursuit of wealth, power and pleasures of the world.

However, your spirit is the only thing that will follow you where ever you go. Cultivate, strengthen and cherish it now, for it is the only part of you that will follow you to the throne of God and continue with you throughout Eternity.

Comment on Real Life Minimalists: Starlet Rose by Svetlana

Svetlana — Wed, 16 May 2012 15:14:24 +0000

This is so timely! I’ve been reading your blog but really connected with Starlet’s experience.
Like her, I realized the idea that you’re never enough is complete BS and a horrible way to treat yourself. She mentioned crystals, haha- I’ve got a growing collection!
But the idea that you must buy something else because you are flawed is central here- and in my own budding work with minimalism.
That, and I plain don’t like dusting everything.
Thanks for sharing, Starlet (Samantha)!

Comment on 7 Steps to a Minimalist Wardrobe by Mims

Mims — Wed, 16 May 2012 14:03:03 +0000

I would say, put them in a storage box so that they’re at least not cluttering your wardrobe. That way you can always get them out again when/if you get pregnant again and put the clothes you can’t wear in the box nstead, for when you have lost the baby weight again.

Comment on A Minimalist Mother’s Day by Kat

Kat — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:35:50 +0000

I love your idea on how to include your mother in your travels by giving her an update on where you’ve been through pictures of flowers. That is the most creative mothers Day gift I’ve ever heard of!

Comment on Real Life Minimalists: Starlet Rose by CoCoYoYo

CoCoYoYo — Tue, 15 May 2012 22:12:36 +0000

Starlet Rose, I must say that I see a bit of myself in you. The idea about “[getting] better if I buy one more thing” REALLY hit home. Wishing you nothing but the best

Mrs. Brady, was wondering the same

Comment on Real Life Minimalists: Starlet Rose by Carolyn

Carolyn — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:33:03 +0000

I got to the point where I realised I knew all the theory about social phobia but wasn’t getting over it.

I do understand! I too got to the point where I was just tired of “understanding” my problems … having too many possessions is overwhelming. Definitely, decluttering helps a great deal.

Comment on Real Life Minimalists: Starlet Rose by Fiona @ Everyday Spiritual Wisdom

Fiona @ Everyday Spiritual Wisdom — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:20:54 +0000

Wow what an incredible story! You’ve really been on a voyage of discovery – I loved hearing about how freeing you found decluttering as that’s one of my favourite benefits. I work with a few clients who have anxiety and you’re absolutely right – there is not one easy fix but a combination of elements that help. I bet the psychic you used would love to read this story too I know I love feedback from my clients. Even psychic’s like to know they’ve been helpful and useful A psychic’s job is to be accurate and supportive but they can’t fix things for other people, feel proud that you were able to carried out the actions that supported your recovery. Fiona,x

Comment on Real Life Minimalists: Starlet Rose by Debbie

Debbie — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:52:40 +0000

Beautiful story! Thanks for sharing.

Comment on Real Life Minimalists: Starlet Rose by mrs Brady Old Lady

mrs Brady Old Lady — Mon, 14 May 2012 15:47:39 +0000

I reckon you’re the most courageous person I’ve ever met in cyberspace!!! I’ve bookmarked your site and will read it entirely at leasure.

Just curious – how does a person with severe social phobia manage to be near a man long enough to get pregnant????