Life Minimalism – Moderation and Substitution for Common Sense in a Contemporary Society of Consumerism
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consumer society, minimal life, needs, slow life, straight EdgeAbstract
Life minimalism is a contemporary trend that was created due to modern consumerism. It is currently an expression of freedom and conscious life, as well as, eliminates what is unnecessary in one’s life. The essence of a minimalistic lifestyle is based on moderation and common sense, thanks to this we gain more freedom, more time and space for what is most important in our lives. It seems that in minimalistic life, all things should follow their own destiny and fulfil a certain function, this is, of course, the complete opposite of consumerism, which in turn is based on acquiring material goods, without having a real need for them. However, it is apparent that with each passing day, we feel a false need to possess something, something that is totally unnecessary. This is when people begin the never‑ending chase for possessions and even change their physical appearance to follow current fashions. It is important to remember that minimalism is not solely focused on having less of everything, in fact it is quite the opposite, it allows us to gain a lot. In this paper I will discuss both the advantages and disadvantages of life minimalism.
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