These days, so many of us wear 'being busy' as a badge of honour. As though having a packed schedule that pulls us in a million directions signifies just how successful and vital we are to the world. In reality, our chaotic, fast-paced lives are causing us to become more stressed and overwhelmed than ever before.
Stress is Becoming a Way of Life
63% of Canadians say they feel the same or more stressed as compared to five years ago
One in four Canadians admit to leaving their job due to intolerable stress
45% of employed Canadians say workplace stress has a negative impact on their home life
50% say stress has a negative impact on their sleep patterns
How Simplifying Your Life Can Change Your Life
Everything in our lives takes up space:
Mental space
Physical space
Calendar space
And we only have so much space to give.
By simplifying our lives, owning less, taking on fewer responsibilities, and releasing thoughts, feelings, and people who no longer serve us, we make more space for what matters most.
However, for those of us who have Type A personalities, simplifying is easier said than done. If you're a high achiever with many obligations, lofty goals, and strong multi-tasking abilities, the simple lifestyle will be a journey, but we promise it's worth the work.
Here are three ways simplicity can benefit you:
1. Improve Your Finances
Having fewer things, living within your means, and giving up the 'keeping up with the Jones' mentality means you'll feel less pressure to maintain a particular image. Skip the luxuries and buy only what you need. As you start to declutter, you can even sell your preloved items on Facebook Marketplace or Kijiji.
2. Enjoy Your Time
New research says "people who dole out cash to save time on things like housekeeping, delivery services and taxis are a little bit happier than those who don't." If you're struggling to keep up with your responsibilities, there is no shame in hiring out what you can. With fewer obligations, you'll make time for things that are most important to you. With more free time, you can explore your passions, be more present with your loved ones, and enjoy more self-care.
3. Reduce Stress and Anxiety
With less, you can move away from feeling overstressed, overworked, and overwhelmed to relaxed, renewed, and restored. Too many responsibilities and possessions cause us to give too much of ourselves, leading to exhaustion, burnout, and depression. Doing too much can make day-to-day life too hard to handle. By doing less and focusing only on the things that matter, you can quiet the chaos, worry less, cope better, and ultimately renew your energy and happiness.
Have you experienced other benefits of simplifying your life? Share with us in the comments below!
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