For some reason, whenever I have enjoyed or admired something, I feel a desire to possess or own it – perhaps in an effort to hold on to that feeling of admiration for a lifetime. However, if I look around at all of the things that I own, I barely notice the objects or possessions that I once got so flustered over. I’ve come to a realisation that possessing an object or memento to try to remember a place or time isn’t really necessary anymore. I have those memories, sometimes I have photographs. I would much prefer to reflect on the actual moment that I enjoyed so much and fill my life with more of those experiences, rather than trying to chase the physical objects that I falsely believe conjure up emotions for me. Granted, some objects are sentimentally and personally significant – however I think our emphasis on THINGS rather than people and experiences could go a long way to alleviating our desire to spend and possess. We are doing a huge clear out of our home this week to make room for more experiences and to get rid of the mental clutter!
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