Tiny House Phenomenon: Life's Priorities Can Take Care of the One and the Many Simultaneously
Tiny Homes are a big, BIG Deal
I have been aware of the tiny home movement for at least a decade, if not longer. Who knew it would blow up to become such a popular topic within the mainstream media?
While I am always cautious when anything is pushed by the talking heads on the corporate owned medias, there usually something of value if you look deeply enough.
I am really thrilled to see people who want to build a shelter for others that are "down on their luck." What has been inspiring is to see how beautiful these tiny homes can be and how proud the homeowners are of their home. Home is definitely a place you WANT to go.
Independence is KEY
For me, I see a level of independence that can be achievable in these trying times by the making of these affordable homes. Some tiny home builders even make their homes on wheels, which takes mobility to the next level.
Of course, these homes aren't for everyone. They do remind me of farmhouses that were built in the past. Many, like the one I live in now, had many rooms added on over the years. You build what you need then you add on as the family grows. Perfect.
Anymore we have been taught through the medias that bigger is better. Bigger houses, bigger cars with bigger expenses which then cause us to be slaves to our bigger debts. No one wins except the bankers.
It makes me think more about personal accountability and independence. When you are independent then you are more able to help others. It isn't about removing yourself from society; it's about personal accountability. A tiny home doesn't immediately equate a better life, but it can reflect a personal movement towards needing less which then may result in more time. More time for hobbies. More time for reading. More time for self reflection and even more time for participation in community.
When our basic needs like water, electricity, media, music, food, etc. are outsourced (especially when it is brought in from another country) you become beholden to that very system. Remember the bankers that essentially own your property until you finish paying off your loans? Other companies receive our hard earned dollars and while their services are appreciated and needed, one should also ask, "What would I do if I suddenly didn't have electricity?"
We all love our comforts, but at what cost?
As my grandfather once said, "Always have a back-up plan." This isn't about fretting about the future, it's about planning. What are your plans?
In this first video below: This gentleman goes through his tiny houses gray water filtration. His efforts are to use the rainwater collected from his roof as well as the water from his sinks.
In the second video below: A single mother spent 2 years building her tiny home. Not only is her home functional it is also gorgeous. Enjoy!
I really hate the tiny house phenomenon.
But not because they are tiny houses.
The reason tiny houses exist now is that the bank(sters) have made houses so expensive that the latest generation can't afford them.
Then add on top of that cities all requiring bigger and bigger homes as the minimum size (to increase property values)
And then add on the regulation that stop innovation in home design.
And, what you have left is
a tiny house or nothing.
This is a horrible choice.
There are enough houses for everyone in america to have one. (damn the banksters)
Everyone should be moving into earthships which are even more energy efficient than tiny houses.
However, my idea for fixing our society has always been to provide the minimum for everyone. Minimum housing, minimum food, minimum clothing.
And building a tiny house for 300 million people is quite doable by America.
Agreed. It's a "catch-22" for sure. Damned if you do, and damned if you don't. I do like the idea of living within your means and not going for the "bigger is better" ideal. That said, I always wonder who is presenting the information. What may start out as a great idea becomes a control mechanism towards the United Nations Agenda 2030.
I will always be for projects that help the poor and under-represented masses. It doesn't have to be tax dollar driven, but we do need to figure out how to pay less taxes (which essentially fund the rich). If we have more in our pockets we can then fund enterprises close to home. Bonus for everyone!
Yea, yes, yes!!!
I often go back and forth between wanting either a tiny home or an earthship. Both have their positives!
Resteeming, great post!
Thanks for posting this @yoginiofoz and thanks for resteeming this @hickorymack.
I see the tiny house movement as one of the currently most important movements, right next to crypto and permaculture/homesteading.
This could easily solve the "homelessness problem", so Im resteeming this.
/FF
Exactly. A home for everyone!
Every one should have the right to live in a simple, safe, small house, the governments who have signed the "Human Rights Declaration" by the UN should provide these basic shelters for people who can't build their own.
There is no reson there should be no such thing as homelessness in rich western countries, it is illegal according to the "The universal declaration of human rights" article 25...
I think Im going to write an article about this, people need to remember this...
/FF
Thank you @hickorymack! I like the idea that everyone has a place to call their home.
Yes! That they can have without loads of debt. Great post @yoginiofoz Thank-you!
Thanks for stopping by @yogajill!
Great resteem @hickorymack I really enjoyed watching the videos & reading the blog. I love ideas that are inspiring and uplifting. These are them! What awesome homes! 💜🧡💛