Comments on: Simplicity: The Value of JUST ENOUGH

By: Zoe G

Zoe G — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:14:09 +0000

Hi Eric
I have continuly struggled with the feeling I have ‘too much’ but it has always been hard to let go of anything, ‘just in case’. I am always reading decluttering, organizing and simplifying articles/blogs/websites in hopes that something will help me let go of some stuff. After reading you article I had my ‘ah moment’, I have never thought of my stuff in the way your article talks about having JUST ENOUGH. I have too much of some stuff and I am now looking at my excess stuff in a different way, not ‘am I going to need it one day or miss it or be sad to let it go’ but instead I am looking at it as ‘do I have something else that will do the job, do I have others like it, how many do I really need?’ So thank you so much for your article!!!! I am ready to start going through my stuff now and start downsizing, all I have to do is find the time with three kids, 4 and under, and another one on the way

By: Carol Posener

Carol Posener — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:15:28 +0000

Thank you so much for this article. I came on it by way of a Google Image search for ‘simplicity’. I love the concept and have always appreciated it, as you can imagine, being an organisation professional and a tidy freak. I love simplicity, quality and ‘enough’. I’ve shared your blog on our Facebook page and I hope this helps to spread the ‘word’. Thanks again!

By: Sarah

Sarah — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 03:39:34 +0000

Exactly what I was thinking, I totally agree!

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Minimalistic Fast Learning #1: Uncluttering Information | IvánPérez's Blog — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:33:41 +0000

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By: Does Chasing Wealth Impact the Self?

Does Chasing Wealth Impact the Self? — Tue, 05 May 2009 09:06:19 +0000

[...] It’s common for young adults just starting out to go a little crazy with a steady paycheck, especially if their new job is well-paying. Should the person be single and childless, with small (or no) loan or mortgage payments, having more cash than ever before can go to their head. They may indulge in fancy cars, expensive fashion, and freely purchase whatever’s high-end. After all, this is considered the time of life when folks should enjoy themselves, before spousal and parental responsibilities come along. For the majority, once they settle down into domestic bliss, that way of life is over. With bills and obligations, they consequently lower luxury lifestyle expectations. Unless they wish to declare bankruptcy or be evicted, they simply make do with less quantity and quality. [...]

By: Eric Hamm

Eric Hamm — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:52:42 +0000

Hey Glen, I’m so glad you not only enjoyed the post, but are enjoying the blog and my style. It sounds like we’re pretty like minded. Thanks for stopping by and thanks for the kind words.

I truly appreciate the Tweet! Eric

By: Glen Woodfin

Glen Woodfin — Mon, 04 May 2009 14:58:50 +0000

Eric, I first came to your site from a tiny square ad, then stayed because of your design philosophy. What I find so intrigueing is that your website design is an extension of your life philosophy.

For 35 years I’ve listened to books on tape, motivational speakers and educational training, but one man stands out as the most profound, Doug Wead, a presidential advisor to Ronald Reagan. He’s funny, but not the funniest. He’s inspiring, yet not the most inspiring. Doug Wead, however, is the most profound. I heard nuggets of wisdom in a talk from 15 years ago that still frame my decisions today.

Your post has a similar profundity. I believe I will remember and use your words to shape my choices for the rest of my life. I have been feeling the same life philosophy developing, but I’ve never articulated it like you have here. You have great wisdom. Thanks for sharing this gift.

I will Tweet this to 20,000 followers today.

On Your Side, Glen Woodfin
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By: Eric Hamm

Eric Hamm — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:46:13 +0000

Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed it!

I’m a/was a total hobby NUT! Like you, I spent MUCH more time pining over my next hobby purchase than I did actually participating in the hobby itself. That’s when you know it’s more about stimulation/addiction/obsession than actual satisfaction with an activity.

That’s a great trick you mentioned. I think any of us who successfully manage to break the bad habit really have to find those ‘tricks’.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Eric

By: Eric Hamm

Eric Hamm — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:46:04 +0000

HERE HERE! And that’s a great point about the fact that many people with debt often have many things. On the one hand it makes total sense and on the other hand it’s quite ironic.

Thanks for sharing, Eric.

By: Eric Hamm

Eric Hamm — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 23:45:54 +0000

You make a great point, here. Out society doesn’t exactly promote this kind of mindset. That’s definitely one of the big challenges that we face in the 21st century.

I’m glad you enjoyed the post and thanks for stopping by! Eric