Backstory
I’m not entirely sure if I love minimalism, but I can’t live without it. I really like the websites packed with features and themes, cluttered desktop setups, a variety of gadgets in my backpack, and heavily decorated apartments filled with plants ~ After all, that’s what life is about - vibrant colors and the little details that make everything feel alive.
Unfortunately, by nature I’m an extreme neurotic, which means I’m a very, very stressed person. As a bonus, I can’t focus on anything if there a is mess around me.
If there is a mess in my room, there’s also a mess in my brain. I can’t concentrate, and my existing stress shoots through the roof. I crave order and minimalism, as it gives me the mental space to breathe, create and function.
I’m not a fan of labels like ADHD, so let’s leave that out of the conversation. Everyone has their own challenges, and it’s important to learn how to overcome them rather than using them as excuses.
That said, this tendency was much more noticeable during my childhood. I vividly remember being unable to walk past anything that wasn’t perfectly aligned. For instance, I’d re-position scissors in the bathroom because they weren’t placed at a perfect 90-degree angle. Thankfully, I’ve managed to overcome those quirks over time.
Where am I going with this backstory?
It’s essential to understand how our brain works in order to.. exist happily, you know? We are here to stay. Our time is limited, and the faster we solve such issues, the better it is for us. For me it may be minimalism; for you, it might be something entirely different. As long as it makes us happy, that’s what truly matters.