The things you own end up owning you

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The things you own end up owning you.

The rise of consumerism is one of the reasons depression is so rife in the west and just about everywhere in the world. Consumerism is good for the capitalist system but not for the human spirit. This is because as human beings, we can't help but to compare ourselves with others. It's hardwired into brains. Comparing is what creates meaning and it helps us classify things to see our progress in life. However it also creates anxiety because if I can't get that German car my neighbor recently purchased then I feel worthless. The things you own end up owning you but a minimalistic life is not the answer either. Moderation is a big word in this context. Know yourself and what works for you and practice that. Don't keep up with the Jones, keep up with your budget and responsibilities. I have simulated losing everything in my mind. This is a stoic exercise that helps me conquer fear, because if I am comfortable losing everything then I am free. Free to actualize, free to be what destiny intended.

Life is broader than material things. Life is emotions, perceptions and sensations. Life is awareness. Life is presence. Life is precious. Life is a miracle. Life is a beautiful process that keeps on getting better. Life is evolution and progression. Life is freedom. Life is creation. Life is love.

I realized a while back that earth was heaven. Heaven is not some Utopia that you get to, Heaven is already within. Heaven is what you create and God gave us complete control of our minds to create. Expression is creation and mind is expression. This is it. It doesn't get better than this. You have the responsibility to create your own Heaven, simply because Heaven is a state of mind. 

I've never really cared much for materials, I prefer creating experiences, they last longer. Still, I've always loved money. Money is power. Money buys a priceless commodity, time. But because money is external, it can be dangerous because of the imprints you attach to it. Money can repossess your soul, that's if you identity with it and it's difficult not to because society teaches us to do so. 

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