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The Power Of Essentialism: Simplifying Your Life And Improving Your Decision-Making

By Jose Lizama

Updated on Tuesday 18th of October 2022

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In our modern world, we've more choices and information at our fingertips than ever before. It can be overwhelming to sift through all the noise and distractions to focus on what really matters. The book "Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less" by Greg McKeown offers a powerful solution to this problem. McKeown explains that by focusing on the essential things in our lives and removing everything else, we can improve our decision-making and create more meaningful lives.

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One example of someone who embodied essentialism in their life was Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhi was focused on one essential goal: Indian independence. He eliminated everything else from his life that didn't support this goal, including material possessions and unnecessary distractions. By doing so, he was able to devote his entire being to the cause he believed in, and he ultimately achieved his goal.

The book "Essentialism" also draws a comparison between essentialism and tidying up our living spaces, using the Marie Kondo method as an example. The author of this blog post can attest to the effectiveness of this method. When they applied the Marie Kondo method to their living space, they were able to eliminate the clutter and focus only on the things that truly matter to them. This created a stress-free environment and allowed them to enjoy more time and space in their home.

In his book, McKeown recommends applying the same approach to our lives and decision-making. We should take the time to identify what is truly essential to us and eliminate anything that's n't aligned with our goals and values. This means saying no to distractions, unnecessary commitments, and anything else that doesn't serve our purpose. By doing so, we can create more time and space in our lives to focus on the things that really matter.

The benefits of essentialism go beyond just decluttering our homes and schedules. Applying this philosophy to our work can lead to greater productivity and success. In her book "Joy at Work," Marie Kondo offers practical tips for applying the same decluttering techniques to our work environment. By identifying the essential tasks and eliminating unnecessary distractions, we can create a more productive and fulfilling work experience.

In conclusion, essentialism offers a powerful solution to the overwhelming amount of information and choices in our modern lives. By focusing on what is truly essential and eliminating distractions, we can improve our decision-making, create more meaningful lives, and increase productivity in all areas of our lives. The examples of Gandhi, Marie Kondo, and the authors of "Essentialism" and "Joy at Work" demonstrate the effectiveness of this philosophy. It's time to simplify our lives and focus on what really matters.

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