“Until we have begun to go without them, we fail to realize how unnecessary many things are. We’ve been using them not because we needed them but because we had them.”Seneca
In modern life, we often accumulate possessions without considering their true value or necessity, leading to clutter and distraction. Next time before making a new purchase, pause and ask yourself if it's truly needed or just a desire. By practicing mindful consumption, we can declutter our lives and focus on what truly matters.
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
The Bible verse from Matthew emphasizes the importance of storing up treasures in heaven rather than on earth, highlighting the idea of detaching oneself from material possessions. Aligning with the Stoic pillar of Temperance, this verse encourages individuals to prioritize what is truly valuable and eternal over earthly desires and possessions.