Need a Bigger House, or Just Smaller Ego?
October 13, 2008 by Peggy
Cindy at Organic Picks wrote a post called The courage not to progress. While this may sound strange, she’s making sense.
Progress shouldn’t really mean getting a bigger house just because you can. Here’s a quote from Cindy:
Perhaps countering conventional belief that more material possession equates happiness isn’t supposed to be a cake walk. You get rattled, you feel discouraged, and sometimes you even feel like a loser.
It’s true. Having friends who are always buying new things and living the consumerist American dream can be a bit depressing. Even if you agree with living a more simplified life, how do you reward yourself for working hard?
The following rewards/benefits occur to me:
Peace of mind, less clutter to clean and store, more free time to enjoy nature by not shopping endlessly for things, a clear focus on family and friends, and, if you feel like it, a fun trip or a nice dinner out.
How do you reward yourself without buying things?
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I am much calmer and at peace when I have less clutter. I don’t feel like I have to get up and clean to get rid of it all and can relax.
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Reward myself with little things. A bottle of nail polish, a latte, watching a tv show. I enjoy the simpler things in life!
While we just recently bought a bigger house, it’s by no means huge. Slightly bigger to make space for our growing family. I love shopping and reward myself by buying great items from used websites (online classifieds) and Salvation Army.
I reward myself with bubble baths-fancy bath oils and bubbles are one way I treat myself. They are not too expensive and smell so nice!
We watch for “free” things to do around our town. It can make a great incentive to ge something done around the house so that we can go out.
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I reward myself with time to surf the net.
Hubby and I enjoy our Saturdays. We drive around to yard sales and explore a different little town every week,no timing, or real destinations. Very relaxing!
The secret is to fill your time with stuff you love doing.
Sometimes I reward myself by window shopping, or cyber window shopping! It’s fun to look at things, even if you aren’t going to buy. Thanks for the contest!
I reward myself with a 1 hour nap. Either Saturday or Sunday and sometimes both when time permits I will stop and take an afternoon nap. When I awake I can take on the world.
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I reward myself by making homemade crafts for family and friends. I feel good when I’ve created something that makes them happy.
I don’t really reward myself for anything; all I need is peace after the kids go to sleep and I’m happy! Thanks for the contest!
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I hate clutter. I keep asking people to donate to causes in my name rather than buying me more junk to fill up my house. I rarely feel the need to “reward” myself. I just get on with enjoying life and that rarely includes gathering more things.
I reward myself with a hot bath and a good book. Or I like to go sit out in nature
Just taking time to read in quiet is all I need. Thanks for a chance to win!!!
I would take some time off work. Even playing hooky just 1 day to stay home to cuddle & watch movies can be extremely rewarding.
Very timely topic. Like others who have posted, I enjoy reading library books, being outside/in nature, web surfing or mindless TV.
I spend time on the internet as a reward and relaxation.
I don’t think I do. I usually buy myself something. Will have to ponder this awhile.
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I love to sit in our family room (that has no TV but LOTS of windows) and read a book from the library. The only thing it cost me was the price of gas to get there.
I reward myself by going to tha thrift shop actually. I love the thrills of finding that hidden gem amongst piles and miles of junk. It gives me a chance to be creative.
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I reward myself by reading a good book
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I reward myself with a hot bath and a good book.
I really enjoy the morning newspaper with a cup of hot coffee or an evening crossword puzzle with a glass of wine!
Doing what you love makes you happy.
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I reward myself with the latest books from the library. It’s a great feeling to know that the next hour or so is yours and you can do whatever you want. That is a great reward!
love the trees
Doing yard work with my husband. We clown around and always find funny things to do to each other. Thanks for the give-a-way.
i like a smaller house,who wants to spend all their time cleaning.
bubblebath
Living within your means is a lifestyle.How do you reward yourself without spending money.It takes money to do nearly everything.Just when you think it’s free you paid someone to get there.
i want a place large enough to hold all my prize posessions
I like a nice small home
I reward myself with time out in my garden. I really enjoy it and I get some fresh air and exercise as well. Thank you for hosting the surprise giveaway. Hope to win.
My reward time is playing with my golden retrievers…Sky Storm, Journey and Dreamer
It would be great to win a “surprise gift”
Hmm…I reward myself with some “junk tV”…shhhh…or time on the computer or a nap!
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i reward myself with a good movie and some cookies
We reward ourselves with pretty simple things, like a drive to the beach or making homemade ice cream. And naps! Thanks for the great giveaway!