We humans have a knack of complicating things. Life would be a lot easier and enjoyable if we could filter out the complexities. Often, we fail to understand that "simplicity" is utterly charming. A fuss free life devoid of all ditzy shenanigans is welcome, as, adding shades of complexities does nothing but multiply our miseries.
Observe all around and you will see that Nature, in its sheer simplicity, bowls us over with beauty. Being simple is not boring, it is not about losing sheen, rather it is adding a permanent dazzle to our lives.
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“Making the simple complicated is commonplace; making the complicated simple, awesomely simple, that’s creativity” – Charles Mingus
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• Stop and Ponder - take time to enjoy what makes you actually happy. Discard negativity.
• Don’t Over react, don't over do, don't over think.....
• De clutter your workstation, wardrobe and yes the inbox too.
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle.
• Smile more and see the complexities dissipate.
• Surround yourself with happy thoughts.
Why this rush for complicating matters? Why not take a deep breath, live the moment and breathe LIFE. And yes don't forget to `
Observe all around and you will see that Nature, in its sheer simplicity, bowls us over with beauty. Being simple is not boring, it is not about losing sheen, rather it is adding a permanent dazzle to our lives.
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As kids, all the simple pleasures of life used to give us such joy - remember the adrenalin rush from the rusty swing? Even with an exam looming ahead, we enjoyed life with gay abandon. Once we grew up, this innocence and simplicity was discarded and in our race to get ahead we seem to have embraced complexity. In this process we have become alien to ourselves.
“Making the simple complicated is commonplace; making the complicated simple, awesomely simple, that’s creativity” – Charles Mingus
How can we keep things simple ?
• Don’t get overwhelmed by the larger scheme of things – prioritize and at times let go of/drop certain things and maintain peace rather than trying to do all and create disharmony and disarray. You can always catch up later.
• Listen to your heart for it surely knows the ways to keep you happy.
• Know and accept your limits – working towards bettering yourself is not wrong but do understand your limitations and strengths.
• Do away with all the distractions - whatever adds complexity needs to be chucked. It may be a physical burden or an emotional turmoil, you are better off without it.
• Stop and Ponder - take time to enjoy what makes you actually happy. Discard negativity.
• Don’t Over react, don't over do, don't over think.....
• De clutter your workstation, wardrobe and yes the inbox too.
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle.
• Smile more and see the complexities dissipate.
• Surround yourself with happy thoughts.
Why this rush for complicating matters? Why not take a deep breath, live the moment and breathe LIFE. And yes don't forget to `
K.I.S.S - Keep it Simple Stupid
We all need to renew this lesson. Clutter free for a better life. Thanks for reinstating it:-)
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Laxmi
thanks laxmi-cheers !
DeleteIn the last few days I've read a lot of de-clutter posts - the Universe is sending me a message. Thanks!
ReplyDeletethanks & cheers!
DeleteI do kiss but simplifying things..............ha, a long way to go.This is such a handy list. And this one is for me.
ReplyDeleteKnow and accept your limits – working towards bettering yourself is not wrong but do understand your limitations and strengths.
glad you liked it vinita; we all have a long way to go in terms of the list- but efforts matter :) thanks & cheers
DeleteAh a different perceptions of the Kiss and dare I say I liked it as well !
ReplyDeleteI meant perception not perceptions ** ugh typo ! please correct !
Delete:) yup the typos; glad you liked this perception of the K.I.S.S
DeleteThis is the year I decide to keep it all simple. Then I go and sign up for the A-Z challenge! :P
ReplyDeleteBut seriously, I'm learning to keep things simple.
haha; look at it this way you are simplifying your thoughts in to 26 separate, simple posts (wink); thanks & cheers
Deleteyay! Hat trick!! Because, you and I both wrote about Kiss!! :P
ReplyDeleteyay ! cheers
DeleteFantastic ! This post really appealed to em. I am a great fan of simplicity and I try to keep my life as simple and uncomplicated as possible !
ReplyDeleteSimplicity is really the ultimate sophistication !
more power to you gal :) cheers
DeleteAah the ever so true KISS!! And so very well articulated!
ReplyDeletethanks naina; cheers
DeleteRemembered the line keep it simple silly ;)
ReplyDeleteLoved it Priya ! and all the bullet points rock. We all r emotional creatures but some times KEEPING it simple silly and stupid will help
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thanks & cheers
DeleteI completely agree with Leo there. But I do believe to be simple you have to go through a complicated process :) One of my old post about simplicity
ReplyDeletehttp://capturedalive.wordpress.com/2011/11/22/simplicity/
My K post for today ...http://capturedalive.wordpress.com/2011/11/22/simplicity/
PhenoMenon
will hop on to your space to read your take on it; thanks & cheers !
DeleteKeeping it simple must be one of most non-simple things to do rt :)
ReplyDeletetrue; thanks & cheers
DeleteI personally love Don’t Over react, don't over do, don't over think..... and adopt healthy life style . Cheers!
ReplyDeleteDid I mention that I love this font? It makes me smile so much :)
Lovely. Wise. Helpful. Thank you for this post.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and Bear hugs!
Bears Noting
A lovely , lively post and timed perfectly ! :)
ReplyDeleteI really needed this one. My life is full of clutter. Theoretically, I agree that we need to keep things simple. But it is hard to implement this in real life.
ReplyDeleteTotally agree!!
ReplyDeleteA thumb rule am trying to follow off late