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Less is almost always more, in my opinion.
I still consider myself highly social and receptive to building relationships; but I manage my investments a lot more carefully in this season of life as I approach my late 30’s. I’m happier in solitude and a small circle of deeper, richer bonds that can only be cultivated through minimalism.
What makes it difficult in American culture is our all-consuming obsession with glamour, celebrity, and conformity; and the socio-economic consequences of rejecting those notions. Not everyone can stomach that walk.
Comment by rationalunicornhunt at 26/01/2025 at 20:20 UTC
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" I’m happier in solitude and a small circle of deeper, richer bonds that can only be cultivated through minimalism." Exactly. :) Same! I have learned to appreciate my relationships so much more because of this and have learned to manage conflict and minimize it so I can nurture what matters....otherwise, it's almost like people are collecting "friends" to feel less empty, especially on social media!
I am still super social, but I guess more careful about who I call a friend and who gets to be in my inner circle and know things about me and my life.