Why ‘Simplify’ Should Be Your Word for 2024

As we step into 2024, a year poised with political tension amidst election fervor and grappling with the ongoing ripples of economic uncertainties like inflation and debt, there is an ever-growing need for a grounding force.

The subtle yet pervasive creep of the internet into every facet of our lives, influencing consumer motivations and reshaping interactions, coupled with the rising tide of mental health concerns like depression and anxiety, paint a picture of a world at a complex crossroads.

It is in this landscape of complexity that the call to ‘Simplify‘ becomes not just relevant but essential.

Consider this your invitation.

The concept of simplifying is often mistaken as a retreat from reality or an oversimplification of life’s challenges. However, just the opposite is true.

Simplifying life is about retreating from reality. It is about finding the space to interact with it fully.

In the essence of ‘simplify,’ lies profound power to discover clarity, focus, and purpose.

It’s about distilling life down to its most beautiful and necessary elements – family, relationships, love, faith – and recognizing that, in the end, these are the forces that truly enrich our lives. No matter what happens around the world, those still remain.

In a world that often feels overwhelmingly complicated, choosing to simplify is certainly a radical act of reclaiming control. It’s about focusing on what we can change – our daily habits, our consumption patterns, our priorities – and letting go of the noise that distracts us from what truly matters.

Simplifying doesn’t mean solving all the world’s problems, but it paves the road to finding solutions, at least in our individual lives.

Imagine a 2024 where each of us decides to simplify. This could mean disengaging from the incessant pull of digital notifications to engage more deeply with loved ones. It might involve reevaluating our consumer habits, recognizing the impact of each purchase on our well-being and the world. Simplifying could manifest in prioritizing mental health, carving out time for self-care, nurturing resilience amidst life’s storms…. or even just turning off the television for a little while.

The power to shape our individual lives still lies within the small, intentional choices we make each day. In embracing simplicity, we find the strength to navigate those with grace and courage.

As we carry along through the next 11 months of 2024, let’s hold ‘simplify’ as our mantra and word of the year.

Let it be the lens through which we view our decisions, the measure we use to weigh our actions, and the light that guides us back to what is truly essential. In simplifying, we don’t just find peace; we also find the pathway to a life of profound impact and fulfillment.