What's on Your Mind

[50Plus]

hmmm...I totally understand minimalism, but I would love for you to elaborate on just what you mean by using it in this situation. I think I get it, but give me a bit more.

I think I define success as being happy/content and PROUD of your chosen (or happenstance-like) profession.

It comes back to your comment about putting so much of your spirit into having a career and the stress / discontent it brings. A career should not be spirit / energy sapping. It should be a source of contentment and energy.

A more minimalist approach does not place great expectations on certain events (like having a career). Minimalism is about leading a more mindful and purposeful life. Its not about having the right career, its about having the right life.

You mentioned about making 'a decent living'. That could be a key. What is a decent living to you? What value do you place on money and the stuff that money buys?