Voluntary simplicity is a lifestyle choice that, at its core, minimizes the need to mindlessly consume material goods. It recognizes that pursuing wealth for its own sake often leads to overwhelm or straight-up misery. Voluntary simplicity is connected to simple living but branches out to other movements and philosophies.
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If slow living has taught me anything, it’s that life is meant to be thoroughly, purposefully, meaningfully enjoyed. To me, slow living jobs are occupations that add meaning to your life while helping you focus on what matters most. My job is more what I do while I’m living rather than what I do “for a living,” and I want to help you find a job like that too.
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Tidying in the right order is perhaps one of the most characteristic aspects of Marie Kondo’s methods. The success of the KonMari method lies in following the correct order when decluttering. This means tidying up clothes, followed by books, papers, komono (miscellaneous items), and, finally, sentimental items.
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When you think about a grain bin, I doubt the first image that comes to mind is a luxury house. You’ve likely seen grain silos all across the countryside storing grain on farms, but have you ever considered living in a silo? All across the world, builders are repurposing these farm structures to create fully functional houses.
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“Does it spark joy?” is undoubtedly Marie Kondo’s most famous phrase. Her Netflix show, Sparking Joy with Marie Kondo, has inspired people all around the world to transform their lives by keeping only what “sparks joy.” According to her, that is how you can take the first step towards living a fulfilling life.
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