What is Simplicity?

Summary

The web content defines simplicity as a deliberate lifestyle choice that prioritizes intentional decision-making, minimalism, and focus on core values, inspired by a poem prompt from Hope Coalesce.

Abstract

The website presents a reflective exploration of the concept of simplicity, characterized as a conscious approach to life. It is described through a series of poetic expressions that emphasize the importance of saying yes thoughtfully, declining unnecessary requests swiftly, and dedicating oneself to top priorities without succumbing to the pressure of pleasing others. Simplicity is also associated with the scientific principle of parsimony, favoring the simplest explanations, and the joy of minimalism, which involves keeping possessions that spark joy and creating space free from the clutter of the past. The content encourages readers to engage with the theme of simplicity by contributing to "The Never-Ending Poem," a collaborative poetic project initiated by Lucy, who shares her personal journey towards embracing simplicity amidst the distractions of modern life.

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Simplicity is seen as a commitment to one's core priorities and a rejection of the compulsion to satisfy everyone else.
The principle of simplicity aligns with the scientific method, where the most straightforward explanation is preferred.
Embracing simplicity involves a paring down of possessions to only those that bring joy, thus preventing the past from encumbering the present.
The act of writing and sharing poetry is suggested as a way to explore and express the theme of simplicity.
Lucy, also known as "The Egg Girl," advocates for disconnecting from constant external stimuli to embrace a simpler way of living.
The content tags specific individuals to contribute to "The Never-Ending Poem," indicating a desire for community engagement and continuation of the poetic conversation.
The website promotes the work of other writers, such as Susannah MacKinnie's "Gripers and Grumblers," suggesting a broader interest in diverse topics beyond simplicity.

A poem

Simplicity is the slower, intentional yesses; the quicker nos. the commitment to your top priorities, rather than the knee-jerk reaction to please everyone else.

Simplicity is parsimony, the simplest, most straightforward explanation, the guiding principle of science: the most elegant way to understand the world is the story with the fewest steps.

Simplicity is keeping only the items that give you joy, surrounding yourself with space where the tendrils of the past do not take foothold in your present.

Thank you to Hope Coalesce for the prompt “Simplicity”. Hop over and check out her poetry here:

My prompt for you: Acceptance. Feel free to write freely and have fun. All arewelcome to take this challenge, but I especially tag Aimée Gramblin Jay Avery Amy Marley.

This challenge is to keep The Never-Ending Poem going as long as possible. Wanna join? Write a poetic response, tag ten wondrous poets or simply invite all, add a new prompt, link this poem then publish. Done!

Lucy (The Egg Girl) is finding that the older she gets, the more she embraces things that are simple. There are so many things out there trying to grab your attention all the time that it’s sometimes best to disconnected and just be yourself. She also writes about bathrooms, kdramas & poetry about feet. She thinks you should check out “Gripers and Grumblers” by Susannah MacKinnie.

What is Simplicity?

A poem

Platters Of Mind

The Never-Ending Poem prompt response