Less is more -- Reflections on "The Art of Simplicity"

This book is the feelings of a French woman living long-term in Japan, and it is also a product of the fusion or collision of Eastern and Western cultures.

The viewpoints and suggestions in the book are not right or wrong, nor are they necessarily suitable for everyone, but they can provide some insights into life.

A viewpoint I personally resonate with is "less but better, less is more, more experiences and less possessions."

In the past, I would consider cost-effectiveness when buying things, but now I feel that I should buy the best products within my budget, especially those for long-term use. This can minimize the situation of being dissatisfied with old items and buying new ones, reducing the occupation of space in the home.

With fewer items at home, the space becomes larger, and the use of items becomes more convenient. There is no need to spend more time organizing or cleaning items, and it also reduces the hassle of replacing or repairing items.

In the future, I plan to declutter once a year. Items that haven't been used for over a year can be tagged with a yellow label, and items that haven't been used for three years can be disposed of. I will try to give away items that can be gifted, and those that are not suitable for gifting will be sent to recycling stations or destroyed.

Reducing possessions will leave more time for myself. I will pay more attention to my body, maintain a good shape, and keep my appearance clean, tidy, and attractive. I will focus more on my mental health, read more nutritious books and watch enriching films, and interact with people who have a positive influence on me, while reducing ineffective or negative social interactions. I will spend more time experiencing nature, visiting places I haven't been to, and engaging in activities I haven't experienced.