I owe a lot to the slow money mindset. I get to feel good about what I have and where I’m at instead of chasing the latest new thing or the next big promotion. I’m happy, I’m invested in my community, and I get to live the lifestyle I want without comparing it to everyone else’s. If that isn’t the actual American Dream, I think it should be.
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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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“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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