How to Live a Simple Life

Economics are hard on everyone. Anxiety runs high during recessions and depressions. How can you live in such a way that relieves anxiety?

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Minimal income
• Financial discipline
• A Budget
• A Schedule

1. First, acquire adequate food and water. A simple life should include a healthy diet. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

2. Also eat plenty of grains, nuts, and legumes for a balanced diet. Buying local organic food can also prove to be cheaper.

3. Second, acquire adequate covering or clothing. A simple life requires enough clothing that you can wear within a week.

4. Buying moderately priced clothes and maintaining them will help any budget. Avoid buying clothes that need dry cleaning.

5. Third, acquire adequate shelter or housing. A simple life only requires housing that provides warmth and a place for meager belongings.

6. Buy or rent space that can comfortably house you and your belongings without excess room.

7. Fourth, get adequate recreation, relaxation, and rest. A simple life is balanced by enjoyments, recesses, and sleep for good health.

8. Involve yourself in things that do not cause anxiety or stress. Avoid negative entertainment. Choose outings that are free.

Tips & Warnings

• Eating healthy can reduce anxiety and stress or at least allow you to cope better
• Clean and decent clothing that is worn properly can improve ones attitude and esteem
• Decent housing provides a place for unwinding and reflection, even during hard economic times
• Ample rest and fun relieves stress and anxiety
• Too much food and water can add to anxiety and lead to the compounded problem of poor health
• Too many and expensive clothes causes unnecessary economic burden
• Buying or living in housing that is beyond your means causes extra economic stress
• Not getting enough recreation, relaxation, and rest compounds stress and anxiety levels