The Three Zingers

I’m observing that people, in this era of excess, are driven mad by a small number of factors;

1. The gap between what they could achieve and what they do achieve. I call this the ‘equal opportunities’ myth.

2. The gap between what they can comfortably consume and what they actually consume. Let’s say it’s the ‘debt stress’ issue.

3. The failure to enjoy the simple pleasures in life and instead concentrating on the marketing-driven confections. The ‘woods and trees’ problem.

And that’s it. Three simple issues that if faced honestly can turn living hell into heaven until now.

Another way of looking at this, in the time dimension, is;

1. Sleep more.

2. Work less, and enjoy it more.

3. Minimise consumption when you’re not doing either 1. or 2.