DHAKA: Simplifying your life is a journey not a destination. The trick lies in identifying what's most important to you

Simple living, great thinking, over the years that has defined many great philosophers, leaders and game changers. Simple life has different meaning and different perspective for different persons, reports The Times of India.

On a basic level, simple life means eliminating all kind of chaos in life and embracing a lifestyle that gives you a sense of peace and tranquility. Spending one's time in doing what he/she enjoys is wonderful. 

It means getting rid of the clutter that we all accumulate at one point or other in life. It could be material things or relationships too.

However, getting to simplicity isn't always a simple process. It's a journey, not a destination.

In a technological time, we are always hard pressed for time. But have you ever stopped and wonder about your digital behaviour? 

How much time do you spend in the virtual world even though all that you do is random browsing. If you're interested in simplifying your life, then it's time to stop and think.

Identify what's most important to you. Make a list of your top 4-5 important things that calls for constant attention. What's most important to you? What do you value most? 

What do you most want to do in your life? Simplifying starts with noting down priorities and seeing your life both an insider and outsider.

Evaluate your life and purpose in life. Look at everything that sums up your life in totality. 

Everything, from work to home to kids' activities to your own passion and creative interests in life. 

Think about which of these really gives you satisfaction, a sense of fulfillment and joy. Eliminate everything that reduces your sense of self or worth. Eliminate everything that doesn't give you joy and satisfaction.

BDST: 2144 HRS, AUG 30, 2014