This is the first in a series of posts diving into human instincts and how they continue to play a huge role in our behaviour and decision making, whether we like it or not. An understanding of which of our actions are influenced by our instincts is critical to making better choices, helping us to […]
Our most popular content has been related to money and in particular how we manage to give away such a substantial portion of our income while working so little and seemingly enjoying life so much. So I’m going to provide a bit more of a breakdown, starting with transport. Transport costs are often underappreciated, but […]
hedonismnoun living and behaving in ways that mean you get as much pleasure out of life as possible, according to the belief that the most important thing in life is to enjoy yourself Cambridge English Dictionary Instincts, Pleasure, and the Role of Hedonism You might find it hard to reconcile the idea that hedonism and living […]
I made an in-depth comparison of 1960s and 2020s middle-class life, challenging the cost-of-living crisis narrative and revealing how lifestyle inflation, rising expectations, and personal choices impact our finances, wellbeing, and time. Why scaling back rather than working harder could be the key to freedom, happiness, and long-term sustainability.
Just a short and personal post this time. Its difficult to come up with gift ideas for people trying to live with less, and my usual answer, if asked, is simply the company of the person asking. But there are a few exceptions, and repair of prized possessions is definitely one of them. This was […]
