A minimalist is a person who lives the life out with what They already have.
Yes! One of the reasons my family no longer buys each other Christmas presents. We make mostly consumable items for each other and a few games for the kids. Not only is christmas expensive for many people, but we are already far more blessed than most just by having clean water, a house, and meals.
There are plenty of people that would give up anything for that for their family.
But many of us (myself included) fall into the trap of advertisements that for the most part offer the notion that if you buy this you will be happier.
I'd turn that around and say "If you give more you'll be happier." Less stuff = more joy for me in this case.
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I love that! Christmas breaks the bank for so many people each and every year. Its unnecessary.
I'm glad your family focuses on the necessities. Instead of the things unnecessary.
Spending time with people is far more valuable than any gift. (unless that time is with in-laws haha jk). But yes, I appreciate when people take a step back and realize that they have much to be thankful for.
I wish everyone would take the time and visit a third world country. Not at a resort, but with the people struggling to make it through each day. I think we will realize that their happiness comes not at all from material goods, but from their generosity and value in on =e another.