Frameworks are great tools and bring structure to a situation. One helpful framework I came across in the Mimimalists book I read recently is the following five focus areas for life.
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- Health
- Relationships
- Growth
- Contribution
- Passion
I'm still assimilating this. I need to assess where I stand in these areas. Then comes the important step of making small improvements in each area, aiming to be in a better position every time. Overall I like the idea of getting rid of the excesses to focus on what's really important in life.
I used to think that minimalism was about getting rid of stuff but that seems to be only a part of it. It actually is about making room for what is important. It's about pausing to think about how something will add value before a purchase. About cultivating a conscious mind that doesn't run on autopilot.
