This morning on the Today Show they talked about people who have downsized. Not because they are empty nesters but because they want to simplify. One woman moved from a 1500 square foot home into an 84 square foot home. She tossed a lot of what she had. She lived with one burner on the stove, no microwave, minimal clothing and was very happy.

I share this woman’s happiness. Recently my husband and I decided to simplify as well. We got rid of cable, sold a car, sold a motorcycle and exchanged it for a less expensive one, we’re selling/donating items we no longer need and we stopped shopping needlessly. We’re also doing what we can to pay off debt so we have less bills to pay. I have to say, it feels pretty good. We have less to worry about, less to clean, less to pay for. It gives you a new sense of freedom and control.

While meeting with a new client yesterday, she mentioned there was something so comforting about the thought of moving into her camper. I have no doubts she could be very happy there. She would have more time with her children, husband and family because she would spend less time managing her home, small business and the mountains of laundry her family has. Downsizing has it’s benefits for sure.