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Less Is More
It’s so easy to fall into the trap of thinking that happiness lies in accumulation.
What if the secret to a more fulfilling life actually lies in having “less”: less clutter, less stress, less distraction?
The idea isn’t new, but its relevance is more urgent than ever.
More sounds good on paper. A larger house, a busier schedule, or a packed wardrobe would seem to indicate a life of success or joy.
Yet, study after study has shown that, beyond the basic needs for survival, more actually makes us less happy.
Why?
Because more has hidden costs:
- A crowded home equals a crowded mind.
- Saying “yes” to everything leaves no room for what truly matters.
- When you’re always reaching for the next thing, you miss the joy of the present.
The paradox is clear: The more we try to have, the less fulfilled we often feel.
What Less Can Offer
It means being intentional. It’s about creating space for the things that truly enrich your life by letting go of what does not. When you choose less, you gain the following:
Simplifying your environment and commitments gives you mental clarity to focus on what matters.
