In This Unit, You Will
* Watch a TED Talk on cutting down your belongings.
* Listen to a discussion on adopting a minimalist lifestyle.
* Share your views on minimalism.
Before You Listen
Minimalism has become mainstream over the past few years. It’s caused us to think more about the homes we live in, the things we buy, and the way we consume.
You’re going to watch a TED Talk on how less stuff and a smaller room can lead to a happier life.
Before you watch, think about the questions on the next page.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by how many things you have? Do you think you can be happier with less stuff?
Does the minimalist lifestyle appeal to you? Why is it so popular?
An artery is a tube in the body that carries blood from the heart to the body.
To crowdsource : if you crowdsource a project, you get a large number of people to help you do it.
Utilities: refer to public services such as electricity or gas.
Utility bills: 水电煤气等公用事业费账单。
To flatline 处于低位
To stem 遏制
To stack 堆叠
A mantra 准则
Wrap-Up
The speaker shared his opinions on the benefits of owning less and proposed three ways for editing one’s life.
Why
Less debt.
Smaller footprints
Happier life
How
Edit ruthlessly
Think small
Make multifunctional
Dig Deeper
Have you ever struggled with too much stuff? Do you agree with the speaker that life editing can give you more time and freedom? Why or why not?
