Simplicity Essay

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SIMPLICITY Simplicity is a great virtue which one can observe in life. We are rightly advised by the wise elders to believe in simple living and high thinking. We should observe simplicity in our food habits. We should take simple but nourishing food. If we are children, we should take milk, butter, bread, vegetables, curd, cheese and fruits. Simplicity means centering in on that which is important and letting go of the rest. It can mean living with few possessions and entanglements, but more broadly it is an attitude, an approach to life. Simplicity allows us to consume less. It differentiates needs from wants and places a priority on the needs of others over our own wants. It also allows us to accomplish more of what really matters. When we approach a task or conversation with an attitude of simplicity we strive to keep ourselves focused on the essential core rather than getting lost in a clutter of distractions and embellishments. We listen for the same in the words of other people. Simplicity helps us to maintain clarity of mind and purpose. We should avoid fast foods. If we are grown ups, we should take less fat and salt, but we should take vegetables and fruits in abundance. In all cases fast food, fried items, soft drink and alcoholic drinks should be avoided. We should not smoke at any cost. We should also observe simplicity in our clothes. We should not wear very tight clothes which make the movement of our limbs difficult. We should observe simplicity in our speech and manners. We should be sweet, polite and humble in our talk. We should not boast, nor should we try to bully others. We should never lose our temper under any circumstances. We should be honest and straightforward in our dealings. We must have a simple life-style. We need not run after fashions. We should not spend more than our means. Our house should be built in a simple, cute

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