Do it Your Way, Do it Differently

I am someone that naturally leans towards simplicity and the simple ways of life. That's such a general description and honestly can be taken any sort of way, but for me, it just means, I don't want for much. My main sources of joy are reading, watching entertainment (movies, TV shows, performances etc), eating good food & trying out new places & different genres as well as cooking and experimenting with food combinations, traveling and spending time with my loved ones. And if I can get bargains along the way & spend little money, I find that such a bonus. 

I've eaten at fancy restaurants, stayed in expensive hotels/resorts and been generally around people that put high value on money. Throughout life's ups and downs--struggles and anxiousness--I know the truest form of gratitude and I'm in constant thankful mode that I can even make the previous declaration--a privileged yet humble life. 

The absolute happiest and most content I am in life is when it's not about something expensive or fancy. It's a tasty, affordable satisfying meal. It's a feeling of wonder when I'm experiencing something new with my loves--like a new amusement park, a boat ride, a movie we enjoy, a belly clutching moment of laughter. I don't want a bigger home, I'd rather have a paid-off, charmingly quaint home. I'd rather save money than be in debt.  That kind of thing.

And I know that in this hustle culture of, more is better, bigger is best, my simple vibe--perfectly happy with less--isn't normal or maybe even desired. But it's ok. I know what makes me content. And I'm deciding to own that. 

Drink a lot of water, but it doesn't have to be in pink Stanley cup. Enjoy a good cup of coffee, but it doesn't have to be from a popular franchise everyone goes to. Buy the car you want or need, but it doesn't have to be the car that gives the perception of wealth. Travel with & to places that bring you joy, but not because you want to show off on Social Media. Do it your way. Do it differently, if that's what makes you happy. 

If you live in privilege, enjoy it & be thankful. But it's acceptable to choose to live a humble life--whether by necessity, or whether by choice. Embrace being de-influenced. You don't need permission or approval to have or want less. 

XOXO to everyone receiving it well. 😘