Laura

No Things

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What would you do if you lost all your possessions?
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I have before.

Several times actually.

I guess you could say I’ve done a fair bit of running from things

When you have to leave, and keep some of a nomadic life, (especially when I was younger) you learn not to have attachment to too many “things.”

I always like to joke that I am someone who “travels light.” 😆

Don’t get me wrong, things are nice. But some people have so many things. There are some things I wish I still had because they hold memories for me, but I don’t.

Traveling through the void – must travel lightly

So, it is what it is.

I think it’s more crippling when you’re a hoarder and have too many things you can’t let go of.

Stuff builds up over time. Purging it releases energy.

Anyways.

That’s what my thoughts are on “all the things.”

Things don’t make a person who they are, after all.

Wellll I think I’m going to stop saying that word for a bit, it’s played out just a bit too much with this post. 😂

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    • Thanks for your comment 😊 I think it can have its pluses for sure. When you aren’t as attached to as much, it’s easier to up and go. Some people are extreme with it, just like owning “too much” but hey…if it brings you joy, then that’s all that matters 😊 appreciate you sharing your thoughts 🙏

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  3. I didn’t have a lot of things when I was younger, so now if I want to acquire something I always wanted, I make a point of getting it if I am able, because it makes me happy to do so. I know that sounds like a capitalist pig, but I bust my tail and deserve to have what I want if I can 😄

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    • There’s nothing wrong with that. This was “what if you lost everything,” which I have before. I did say “some things are nice, and I still wish I had some things” but I am not “attached” to objects. They are nice to have, sure. And if you work for them, then fine. I believe there’s nothing wrong with that. But if you have nothing at all, it doesn’t speak to what kind of person you are.

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  4. 11 removals due many features; I appreciate my land, my skills, my solutions, my deliveries. Then, I selected my closer circle and cleaned my network. The result a peaceful clarity , in all senses.
    Stoic, minimalist, precise , patient and solid, from inside to outside. Your vibe attracts your tribe.
    About those dark experiences become a cynical jokes. ( and karma for those who provoked).
    take care. Laura.

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    • “Your vibe attracts your tribe”

      This is so true! Love it. 👏 👏

      If you are “low energy, always upset, arguing, I’m so sad, I’m a loser” etc you draw in those negative energies and people attracted to that.

      Conversely, if you do the opposite you draw in “better and best” for what serves you.

      Of course, we all have our back and forth. Not everyday can be perfect, and nor are we 😊

      But you bring up some great points! Thanks for sharing as always 🙏

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  5. Must be nice to have few attachments. When I first moved for grad school, I couldn’t bring much with me. It was freeing to just focus on the the things I had and the people around me. But now that I’m somewhere a little more permanent, I like having those things that I cherished from my past.

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    • It can be, I suppose. But it was more out of necessity than anything, and because I had to move from a lot of different places when I was younger. So it was more a learned ability than anything, but one I’m still comfortable with I suppose. It’s nice to have cherished things (and people, of course) too 😊

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      • I think I’ve found the most peace when I’ve had less. I remember once when my computer broke and I relished in the freedom from being away from that connection. Maybe I should strive for this again.

        You’re up late. You must be at work??

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      • That’s true too. That’s why I love that “go out to the woods to get away” from it all, it can feel very freeing.

        Maybe just a balance would be nice? Lol 😆

        I haven’t gone to sleep yet! I’m surprised actually but I’m still in that “night shift” mode. What about you?

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      • Balance would be incredible. What does that even feel like???

        I’m slowly drifting away. I was up playing games, taking full advantage of a weekend without any obligations (finally!). Did you have a nice birthday?

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      • Who knows? 😆 I’ll let you know if I ever find out.

        And I fell asleep shortly after my last response there 😆 it’s always nice to not have any obligations! I go to work tonight so I’m like blahhhh 😫 haha

        And I did 😀 thank you so much for asking! Enjoy your free weekend!

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  6. Yes that sounds right to me. When I was in my early twenties I traveled around Europe for a month with only a backpack. We slept at youth hostels or on trains. We could go anywhere on a whim. It was easy and cheap. When my wife and I moved back and forth between the United States and Sweden (I was working for ABB Robotics) we required a container full of stuff and it was very complicated.

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    • Yeah, I agree, stuff can be certainly much more messy and complicated. I do think “traveling light” has some benefit, not being weighed down by things. Traveling around Europe for a month sounds amazing! Hope you enjoyed that experience 😀

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      • That’s amazing! I’ve always wanted to travel by train, so I’ll have to keep that in mind if I ever get back to Europe 😊 sounds like a great time

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      • Yes in the US the easiest way to travel (except plane) is by car. I did that too around the same time (a clunker I bought for $250). In Europe the easiest way to travel is by train, and boat between Italy and Greece and the Grecian islands.

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  7. My family moved around a lot when I was younger and I moved even further for college and work but came home during covid. Since then I have relaxed a bit knowing I don’t have to move again. I still don’t own a lot of things though just in case. But then again I also wish I could just settle down once and for all. I also happen to be a collector of things as a side hobby but I had given up on that for some time, thinking of starting again. We’ll see about that though.

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    • I think I am a bit like you in that I moved around a lot when I was younger, mostly cause I had to. I could have “more” now being “more settled” and I definitely have relaxed a bit knowing I don’t “have to” move right away. I agree though sometimes you don’t want to still own a ton of things, but it’s nice to feel more settled. Hopefully that happens for you soon!

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  8. As you know I don’t like a lot. I have less than I did years ago and learnt it was freeing. When I am not outside then my enjoyable things when home are my computer, DVDs and phone. Computer for entertainment when watching my DVDs, plsying music or watching Chinese dramas or films online. My phone for keeping in touch with a few people and blogging.

    My most freeing moment when I allowed myself to do what I wanted to do for a few years before. Getting rid of old photos.

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    • It is so freeing to let things go yes. Especially if certain things no longer serve you. Glad you wrote that too cause that confirms to me as well “releasing stuff” releases a ton of energy. It’s such a great feeling. And of course it’s also OK to keep some stuff. Whatever brings you joy or makes you happy.

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  9. I have things, but as I get older I’m trying to get rid of things that don’t mean things to me. The things I do hold onto, I have to have them for a long time. My big problem is clothes. I get rid of some and buy back a lot more new ones. I really have to stop myself from buying new clothes.

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    • Yeah, I feel you! I think we go through this, I certainly have some clothes I could get rid of. It’s hard to discern things at times, right? It does help to release the things we don’t need I feel. After a while before you know it, it becomes so much. And so much of it is meaningless. Sometimes, anyways 😀 thanks for sharing 🙏 always appreciated 😊

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  10. This is nice, to be light and not attached to things. It gives more freedom yo move, explore and grow. This is true for some time. I believe as we grow older, and make memories, we’ll have our attachments and things that we can’t let go.
    Have a wonderful day

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    • I definitely think my memory could be my largest attachment, and then sometimes, my memory isn’t great lol 😆 but yes I agree with you, and thank you for sharing your perspective 😊

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  11. It’s nice to be able to ” not be attached to things” … I like how you say this… and though I’m sure it must have been a difficult ride to reach this kind of thinking… It’s admirable, Laura…🤍💫

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    • It could be said that way, I suppose. But thank you, Destiny 😊 as always for your kind words 🙏 they mean a lot. It can be hard, but it’s easier with things. People of course, are a different story 🩷

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  15. There is something exhilarating about letting go. There are times I wish I didn’t have the commitments I have so that I could fill up a largish bag and assume a semi-nomadic existence (apartments versus tents, for example).

    Have a good weekend 😎

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    • That’s so true! The focus of connection and what matters is often lacking for so many, and really what’s so important in our lives…thank you Daisy 😊 much appreciated 🙏

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    • I think so too. It’s very hard, there’s no doubt about that. But it’s a clean slate in a way. And yes, the end results are always so good to look back on as well 😊

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  20. Good post Laura.

    Too much material stuff ends up owning you, and becomes a burden.

    When my father-in-law died in 2019 we had to clean up the house where nothing had been really thrown away for decades. So people, from time to time throw or give stuff away, nothing is more awful if the next of kin have to clear a house full of stuff.

    Also I experienced how few things you really need in life. When we relocated to Italy we put most of our household in a big container. We traveled then for a year all over the place in a Campervan with the absolute necessary stuff. Guess what, I never once missed the household things from the container.

    Life can be so easy, we shouldn’t overcomplicate everything with the accumulation of material belongings.

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    • Ahhh, I feel you on having to clean out a passed family member’s home 😵‍💫 what a nightmare! It’s absolutely awful to deal with!

      Thanks for your kind and understanding words too Chris 😊 I do agree with you as well. I think I’ve gotten rid of so many things because I had to, but I ended up not missing them per se. A few things I wish I still had, but I honestly can probably count them on one hand and it’s just “stuff”.

      It does really put things into perspective when you have to move and only can take the absolutely necessary essentials. We realize what’s really important. 🙏

      You’re right, doesn’t have to be over complicated, and we shouldn’t. 😊 thank you again for sharing with me

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  22. Oh wow! Girl after my heart 🫀! I’m totally jiggy with minimalism. I remember my college years when everything I owned fit in a duffel bag, and I would toss it on the back of my MC when I had to move flats. Times are different now, but I am committed to not leaving a bunch of drek to c/u when I am dead and gone. Been there/done that for my folks…

    Cheery reply, sorry. But, as always your groovy post got me talking…

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    • Why sorry for a cheery reply?! 😆 but seriously, go ahead and talk on, it’s great 😊 and I agree with you! Best not to have a bunch left over when the time comes, it’s exhausting even thinking about it

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  26. I agree. I’m not one to have many things that I treasure, but I am one that when my wife gets tired of something and wants to throw it out, I hold on to it. She calls me a hoarder 😂🤣 and maybe I am but I just refuse to throw something out that I worked hard to pay for 🤷

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    • I get where you’re coming from. If you don’t have many things, it can be understandable when you hold onto something because of that need or want. It makes sense. Haha 😆 🤣 no worries, I totally get it! If you paid for it, I would definitely understand that feeling as well! 🙏

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