Why is it that many frown on people that choose to live a simple life? I chose not to go to college, though I do read college text books on subjects that I enjoy. I worked my way up to an administrative position & chose to leave it because it really didn't make me happy. The money was great, but for the most part it seems to just make things more complicated & certainly doesn't bring me anymore happiness. It may be a different story if I chose to get married & have kids, but I decided against that as well. So has anyone else decided to live a simple life without the trappings of marriage, decided that money isn't everything in life, & that happiness should be the main factor that decides how you live your life? Of course if those things make you happy then more power to you. To me it seems there is always a catch to the lifestyle one chooses. If you have a family, you need to make as much money as possible, which means working more, & in return seeing less of that family. For me I only have myself to rely on & who will be there for me if I make it to old age? Of course these are very basic examples that don't apply to everyone, but hopefully to see what I'm saying.
Money is irrelevant if happiness is lost. The most important word in my life is balance. I lived out-of-balance for many years, and it was nothing short of disastrous. Karma figures in as well, as does forgiveness, as I will not expend any part of my life being angry or hurt for something I cannot change.
I chose a simple life also, and am frowned upon. Why? I don't know. People just have nothing better to do than get in over their heads, and get into trouble. I'm just smart enough to see the negatives to it all, and I'd rather do things my way, not "Americas" way. What is the point of working 12 hours a day everyday for a huge 2 story house you'll only be in to sleep? I honestly think most people are bored, and can't think of anything else to do, but lead a dramatic life, and make others lives miserable.
And you're sixteen, right?* I generally agree that happiness must be a driving force for one's life as long as he's not the part of some religious\political sort of hivemind. If work makes you happy - spend your life working. If dicking around all day long makes you happy - go ahead. However, when you pass a certain limit, nothing makes you happy anymore - and that's where things get complicated. ____ *it's an unpopular meme, don't freak out
I agree, I just quit college because I was simply sick and tired of studying, it didn't make me happy one bit. Ultimately, we all just want to be happy. I'm not really materialistic aside from a few details so money doesn't matter that much to me. Though I will still try and get a somewhat decent job, as long as it doesn't demand the last bit out of me it's all good.
i lead a very simple life, i'm not trying to get rich or gain power, i'm a loner mostly, i like lonelyness (but still have lots of friends), also it's been nearly 6 years since i last dated a girl (sex is another matter) and certainly don't care about what everyone thinks about the way i lead my life whether morally or religiously, it's my life, i'm always looking for a peaceful existence, it's never easy but no harm in trying. :coffee: i also believe the hard times should be faced not avoided, i don't run around problems, i face them even if they mean long term pain and suffering, at least when i lay my head on the pillow at the end of the day i know i've done all that's in my power to deal with it, nothing gets resolved by waiting for miracles or whining about it all day, you must seize the iron while it's hot.
People look down on it because they have the power to look down on it & it makes them feel better. You'll find there are people who look down on those who work hard all day as well. Plus, many people tend to be selfish & greedy. The moment you stop working as hard as you can you suddenly have less money to give them.
i try to lead as simple of a life as i can. i need 3 things. a car. a pc and a good woman. I've always had 2 out of 3 in one combo or another.
I also have the problem, where mates girlfreinds, always wanna set me up with cousins and stuff, they cant seem to understand, im happy the way i am, dont need complicated life, divorces, etc etc etc, If i wanted a girl in an actual relationship, then id try to find a brass digger, coz i cant afford a gold digger Am happy being single, dont go on holidays abroad, deffo not into that looking at scenery crap and sunbathing. I like being single I like Cold weather, not hot, Like a job thats hard labour, not admin crap. Simple life is best, and do get fed up with people assuming be all and end all is. 1. school 2. Marraige 3.kids 4. death. So whilst not well off money wise, i am happy, the fact that i have freedom (to high degree) is what i wanted and what i got.
I guess some people frown on it because people tend to assess a person's value based on their productivity and contribution in the world. If you're capable of being a CEO but explicitly choose not to be because you'd rather live a simple life, some people view that as selfish and a waste of talent.
The pursuit of happiness is never a wasted endeavour. However, it is a road that is difficult to travel.
