Simplify: Life more leisurely

A Gift from the Sea, by Anne Murrow Linbergh, which I just read, talks about the need for space and reflection in our time of hurriedness. Practicing the application of deliberate slowing down can do wonders for our sanity, families, and radiate into the larger community. The commitment to be less busy of the sake of being busy conserves our energy so that we can be more reflective and find that we don't need as much "stuff" as we think. The peace of mind and relaxation that we sometimes crave and seek by shopping becomes replaced by a less expensive retreat into contentment.