Aditya Shanti, an American Zen teacher, said, "Whenever we buy or get an item that we desire, we get a temporary moment of happiness and satisfaction." But the reason for this happiness is not that we get what we want, but that in this short period of time we stop craving and thus feel calm and happy"
After starting to be minimal, Yuzu Ma believes that people's real happiness should be to seek inward, and it is also a kind of happiness to let go than to get.
In this issue, Yuzu Ma shares with you 21 items that I don't need in 2024, come and copy your homework.
1. Mobile phone case
In the past, when I bought a new mobile phone, I would buy a phone case. I thought I would, but I didn't. The phone is getting thinner and thinner, and it feels better and better, and we don't need to put a thick coat on it.
2. Wet wipes
I have checked the composition of wet wipes before, and some wipes still have disinfectant in the original solution. The documentary "The Culprit of Uncontrolled Consumption" pointed out that ordinary soap can wash away 99% of bacteria, so it can replace this function of wet wipes. Wet wipes have fewer opportunities to be used at ordinary times, and the biggest advantage is that they are easy to apply, but they can actually be saved.
3. Storage box
Minimalism is so minimalistic that there are fewer and fewer things in the back, and the storage box is no longer needed.
4. Mouthwash
A lot of mouthwashes taste very punchy and a little spicy. Some mouthwashes also have anti-inflammatory ingredients, and dentists say that long-term use is not recommended, as it is easy for bacteria to become resistant.
Rinse several times with ordinary water every day to keep your mouth clean.
5. Leather bag
I already have two leather bags, which are enough. There's no need to buy extra bags, and there aren't many things to bring with you when you go out, just one pack of clothes is enough.
6. An electric toothbrush
Replace it with a toothbrush, and use an electric toothbrush that is not used to it, and the face is numb and chicken ribs.
7. Jewelry
It's not convenient to wear jewelry to work, and it's enough to buy before, so I don't need to start extra.
8. Facial massager and similar products
After I bought my facial massager, I only used it once, and the facial steamer and golden stick that my friend bought were all idle, just like my massager. If you really need it, you can do facial massage exercises. What you don't want to do manually, thinking that buying an electric one will save you trouble, but in fact it won't.
9. Foot soaking bucket
If you put it to occupy a space, you have to plug it in, and if you are worried about being unsafe, it is enough to soak it in an ordinary basin.
10. Moisturizing spray
I still have more than half a bottle of the spray I bought last year, and I can hardly remember to use it, and the price is still very expensive. I don't feel very useful, and it's no different from taking a tap with water directly.
11. Beverages
As long as you understand that the vast majority of drinks = sugar water, there is nothing you can't put down. If you drink too much of the drink, the taste will become heavier and heavier, and you will not be able to drink it if the taste is slightly light. I always carry a thermos cup when I go out now, and I really don't like to drink drinks.
12. Disposable face towel
Last summer, my girlfriend recommended a disposable face towel to me, it is said that wiping my face with it is cleaner than using a towel, and the towel is prone to bacteria, I wonder if it is a consumer trap again?
After using it for a while, I found that it was very unenvironmentally friendly, and I still used towels a lot.
13. an air fryer
The air fryer makes semi-finished chicken fillets, which is called a dry one, and it is hard, and if you throw it on the dog, the dog has to bark twice.
And I usually don't like to eat fried, so I use less.
14. High heels of more than 5 cm
I had one pair of 7 cm heels and two pairs of 10 cm heels, both of which I wore only once, and then gave them to my best friend.
It is said that high heels make women love and hate, and for high heels above 5 cm, I only have pain, no love.
15. Fitness card
I am quite sensible, I have only bought a fitness card once, spent 3,000 yuan, and have been there three times. Nowadays, I choose my favorite exercise, such as indoor yoga.
Instead of applying for a card, it is better to develop healthy habits, such as: being able to stand and not sit or lie down every day, being able to take the stairs instead of taking the elevator, and reminding yourself to collect your abdomen intentionally or unintentionally.
16. Plush toys
When I first fell in love, I asked my boyfriend for a gray teddy bear as tall as me. Now it's a headache, it's not appropriate to throw it away or give it away, and it takes up space at home.
This plush toy can represent all the frivolous gifts, and I now like gifts that are practical and don't take up space.
17. Nail polish
I belong to the type of handy, and I like to pick my nails when I paint them, and it will be gone in less than a week.
And after the nail polish falls off, the nail surface is very astringent, and it still feels very hurtful.
18. Post-it notes
I buy post-it notes every year, but I never run out. Nowadays, mobile apps are so convenient that they can completely replace post-it notes.
19. Warm baby stickers
A friend has 300 baby warming stickers at home, and half of them are almost expired and haven't been pasted yet, so they insisted on giving them to me, but I refused. I chose to wear more clothes and tank tops to keep warm, and use them instead of baby warmers.
20. Nutritional products
I refuse all nutritional supplements for anti-aging and vitamin supplements, and I am a strong advocate of dietary therapy.
21. a carpet
Isn't it good to have a smooth floor, why do you have a carpet? How difficult it is to clean a carpet? And the mats that come in the door. If you don't do anything that burdens yourself, it's easier to clean the floor than it is to clean the carpet.
Written at the end, everyone's habits are different, and you can choose according to your own situation.
I hope this article of Yuzu Mom can make you gain a lot, what items do you need to give up, welcome to add in the comment area.
I'm the magic capital pomelo mother. Minimalist lifestyler, control the desire to buy, consume less but fine. Everything starts from just needs, not following the trend and not comparing. If you also like minimalist life, don't forget to pay attention to Yuzu Ma.